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Our services are designed to support trustees and employers by delivering pragmatic advice which brings clarity to complex issues such as investing assets, de-risking, longevity, risk management and the impact of legislative changes. We undertake a range of services for clients including full-service actuarial consulting, investment consultancy and standalone projects such as mergers and acquisitions.
We have an exciting, permanent opportunity for an 'Associate, Senior Consulting Actuary' to join our team. This role is based in our Guildford office (hybrid working, between home and office).
The role is suitable for actuaries who are keen to pursue a consulting role and who have recently attained a Scheme Actuary certificate (or are near to attainment). We are looking for someone to help drive forward the success of our growing Guildford actuarial team. We offer excellent progression opportunities through to Partner.
A snapshot of your day:

• Managing a portfolio of Scheme Actuary appointments
• Managing client relationships
• Meeting with clients and prospects
• Monitoring fee recovery rates
• Managing the team and checking work to ensure high quality output is delivered within agreed timeframes
• Taking ownership of any problems and complaints and ensure that correct procedures are followed
• Assisting with the training, coaching and development of the Guildford team and acting as a mentor to actuarial staff
• Supporting with recruiting activity and interviewing
• Developing relationships with potential new clients through networking
• Helping prepare new business tenders and presenting our services at new business pitches as required
• Identifying new ways that the firm (including other practice areas) can help support our clients
• Seeking ways to promote the brand and profile of the Firm e.g. external talks or seminars

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Scheme Actuary practicing certificate or working towards - or equivalent
• Proven experience across a wide range of Trustee consulting and management responsibilities
• Qualified actuary - Fellowship Actuarial Qualifications FIA / FAA or equivalent

What's in it for you:

• Competitive discretionary annual bonus.
• Core benefits paid for by BW including life assurance, group income protection, private medical cover and 25 days holiday per year with holiday trading.
• A generous pension scheme where we contribute 8% of your salary from day one of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family through any concerns or challenges you may experience.
• A comprehensive range of voluntary benefits to suit your life stage and lifestyle including a tech scheme, cycle to work scheme, dental cover, healthcare cash plan, health assessments, critical illness cover, extension of private medical cover or life assurance to family members, gym membership, travel insurance and a broad range of discounts at hundreds of retailers including supermarkets, fitness centres, travel and leisure companies.
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Happy to talk flexible working
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