Associate Actuarial Analyst

Position summary:

Swiss Re is seeking an Associate Actuarial Analyst to join its actuarial team in Asia to be based Hong Kong / Singapore.

The position will be responsible preparation of group reserving analysis and preparation of local branch statutory reports under the supervision of the Head of P&C Reserving Asia and/or the relevant local appointed actuary.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Supports quarterly review of P&C loss reserves for Swiss Re's Asian Operations
• Preparation of quarterly reserve committee materials
• Provide support to the Head of Actuarial & Reserving Asia in the region for actuarial matters as necessary
• Provide support to the Appointed Actuary for each branch as required (e.g. Liability Valuation Reports, ICAAP, stress testing)
• Support other areas of the company including Finance and Planning (including IFRS4 and IFRS17 Insurance accounting)
• Support discussions with underwriting in relation to reserving feedback loops and other product analysis
• Develop and maintain relationships with local actuarial and industry associations
• Work with regulators and internal/external auditors on routine and special matters
• Work on other projects as assigned including participating in internal underwriting audits

Position Requirements:

• Up to 5 years experience in a Property & Casualty environment (insurance/reinsurance). New Graduates will be considered.
• University degree in actuarial science or related field (mathematics or finance)

• Very good understanding of actuarial, accounting, information systems and investments.
• Independent self-starter
• Strong practical capabilities in Microsoft Office and other business software applications.
• Accomplished interpersonal and communication skills - demonstrates a clear and articulate standard of written and verbal communication in a complex environment
• Proactive in seeking out and providing information
• Actively looks to add value and take on additional responsibility
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks accordingly

Preferred Skills

• Actuarial valuation and reporting experience
• Knowledge of statutory and regulatory environments in Singapore. Knowledge of other Asian environments would be viewed favourably
• Asian language skills considered an advantage