Chief & Appointed Actuary

• Chief & Appointed Actuary
• Major international Non-Life Insurer
• Based in Sydney

A rare opportunity to take on a senior role in a top-tier Australian General Insurance business. Reporting to the CFO, you will be part of the senior management team and have direct access to the Board. 

Leading and managing a strong team,  you will give confidence to management on all aspects of statutory and capital requirements while engaging closely with the business to support new and ongoing initiatives.  You will display proven influencing and leadership skills combined with the necessary technical skills and experience. 

The Company

Our client, through its subsidiaries, offers a wide range of insurance and risk management products and services.

The main subsidiary is one of Australia's largest non-life insurers with over 3 million customers in Australia providing cover for approximately one in five Australian employees.

The Role

Reporting to the CFO,  this outstanding opportunity combines the need for technical actuarial skills with proven business engagement, team management and leadership skills.  It is a key and highly visible role within the organisation and as part of the senior management team you will have input into strategic decisions.

In addition to financial risk management, capital and insurance liability valuation management and Board reporting/interaction you can expect to be  involved in potential acquisitions including valuations and advice, project management - new and ongoing projects which impact on capital and other aspects of the business

Your Skills

• Proven leadership skills in a large, complex organisational setting, including the ability to influence at all levels, support business outcomes and strategic direction as well as develop staff to build capability across the team.
• Ability to liaise, advise, influence and engage with all stakeholders from external partners, senior management to the Board, demonstrating highly developed verbal, written, presentation & persuasion skills.
• Ability to identify and respond to emerging issues, including demonstrating superior judgment in decision making and prioritisation.
• Ability to build strong partnerships and establish networks within the Insurance community.
• In-depth knowledge of Insurance Liability valuations and FCR requirements with proven capital and risk management knowledge and expertise.
• Qualified Actuary (FIAA or equivalent) with extensive experience in a senior non-life management role.

Specialist actuarial recruiter SKL Executive has been engaged to manage the recruitment process. Contact John Killick on john@sklactuarial.com.au or +61 408 313 575 to arrange a confidential discussion.