Reinsurance Actuary (Director or Managing Director Level)

Howden Re is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service. ​ ​

About Role

This is a Mid-level position and will reside within the Actuarial team. We expect this person to work successfully across Analytics, Actuarial, and Broking functions providing the full suite of actuarial work in support of reinsurance placements for clients. You will be joining an experienced analytics team that produces quality solutions in a collegial, casual, and results-driven environment.

Responsibilities | Support:

• Traditional LR analysis, experience/exposure rating, stochastic modelling, etc
• Present analyses in clear terms appropriate to the audience
• Provide value-added service to clients as needed
• Market research and development & assist senior actuaries with industry studies
• A high priority will be the development & programming of various tools to aid in streamlining workflow and helping Howden Re fully utilize data

Interpersonal | Communication | Teamwork:

• Willingness to be part of Howden Re's “team first” culture
• Keen ability to take initiative
• Sets effective priorities and handles multiple projects under tight timeframes
• Responds constructively to different viewpoints, changing priorities, new conditions
• Works well in teams with colleagues of various backgrounds
• Shares knowledge, opinions and insights in constructive manner
• Offers to help others without prompting, & assists others in learning

Qualifications:

• ACAS or FCAS required
• Bachelor’s degree from reputable university; advanced degree a huge plus
• 7-15 years of experience in the (re)insurance industry
• Able to apply advanced mathematical / actuarial concepts and techniques
• Skilled in using Microsoft Excel
• Software experience with R, VBA, Python
• Proven track record of hard work, client success, and innovation
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• The expected base salary range for this role is $225,000-300,000. The base salary range is based on level of relevant experience and location and does not include other types of compensation such as discretionary bonus or benefits.