Actuarial Director

Artex Risk Solutions, a leading provider of actuarial expertise in the international (re)insurance and alternative risk transfer markets, is seeking an Senior Actuary/Actuarial Director to join our team in Ireland. This role offers the opportunity to work with a global network of trusted industry experts, delivering robust actuarial analysis and strategic advice to strengthen decision-making and optimise risk management for our clients.

As the Actuarial Director, you will:

• Act as the appointed Head of Actuarial Function for selected clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide independent actuarial opinions on technical provisions, ORSA, underwriting policies, and reinsurance arrangements.
• Liaise with regulators and other stakeholders on behalf of clients, ensuring effective communication and compliance.
• Oversee the delivery of actuarial reports, ensuring they meet professional and regulatory standards.
• Lead and deliver actuarial reserving projects for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Develop and maintain robust reserving models and methodologies.
• Support clients in the development and maintenance of capital models, including Solvency II compliance.
• Perform stress and scenario testing to assess capital adequacy and risk exposure.
• Provide strategic advice on capital optimisation and risk management strategies.
• Develop and implement pricing models tailored to client needs, ensuring alignment with market trends and regulatory requirements.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Qualification as an Actuary (e.g., SAI, FIA).
• Proven experience in actuarial reserving, pricing, and capital modelling within the insurance or reinsurance industry.
• Previous experience as a Head of Actuarial Function or similar role is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• In-depth understanding of Solvency II regulations and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Qualification as an Actuary (e.g., SAI, FIA).
• Proven experience in actuarial reserving, pricing, and capital modelling within the insurance or reinsurance industry.
• Previous experience as a Head of Actuarial Function or similar role is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• In-depth understanding of Solvency II regulations and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.