Senior Actuary / Head Reserving Benelux/Support CI Italy (m/w/d) 80 - 100%

Are you an experienced actuary ready to advance your career within a dynamic and collaborative environment? We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Reserving Actuarial Manager to take on a pivotal leadership role within our organization. In this position, you will be entrusted with leading a dedicated team of actuaries, delivering comprehensive Reserving Actuarial Services for our Business Unit in the Benelux region, as well as overseeing the reserving activities for the Commercial Insurance segment in Italy.

As a key member of the leadership team for Commercial Insurance Reserving across the EMEA region, you will play an instrumental role in shaping and refining our reserving practices. You will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decisions, while also focusing on the continuous development and growth of the broader team. By fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency, you will help drive the implementation of best practices and process improvements, ensuring that our actuarial services deliver maximum value to the business.

If you are a dependable and solution-focused professional with a strong passion for leveraging your analytical skills to drive meaningful decisions and foster team development, we would love to hear from you.

Find out here why Zurich Switzerland is among the "Top 10" companies in Switzerland. Become a part of it and apply as Reserving Actuarial Manager and Head Reserving Benelux.

What you will do

• Conduct actuarial analysis, including loss projections, technical reserve calculations for gross and reinsurance layers, and cash flow projections, adhering to Zurich's guidelines and external regulations
• Prepare and report quarterly results, ensuring the accuracy of balance sheet and profit & loss statements under IFRS, as well as maintaining appropriate Solvency II technical provisions
• Serve as a Business Partner to local teams in the assigned countries, providing valuable insights on portfolio performance and assisting in the formulation of business strategies and financial plans
• Lead and manage projects focused on improving, automating, and innovating our Actuarial methods and processes to enhance operational efficiency
• Support the professional development of your team by coordinating activities, providing mentorship, and fostering an environment of continuous learning

What you bring

• A Master’s degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences or related field, along with qualifications as a certified actuary and a minimum of 5 years of experience in non-life insurance
• Proven leadership abilities, demonstrating the capacity to work independently while thriving under pressure, and adhering to tight deadlines
• Proficient in effectively communicating complex actuarial concepts to senior stakeholders, including local and regional management teams.
• Fluent in English, with proficiency in German, French and/or Italian considered as an asset
• Strong programming skills, with experience in Python and VBA seen as advantageous

Your contact

Talent Acquisition Consultant: Bernd Makasy (E-Mail schreiben)

Additional Information

• Full time and part time: 80-100%
• Work location: Zurich, Oerlikon
• Hybrid work: up to 60% possible

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We look forward to receiving your online application - even without a cover letter.

You are welcome to convince us of your motivation in a personal meeting.

Who we are

Zurich is a strong brand - more than 1.4 million Swiss customers place their trust in our products and services. Our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Our talent acquisition and hiring processes respect this commitment daily. Join Zurich and be part of this culture.

Why has Zurich been successful for over 150 years? See for yourself here and become part of it.

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich accepts no applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We therefore request that recruitment agencies do not submit any candidate documents neither via our employees nor through our online career portal. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications as well as any associated fees. Thank you for your understanding.