Actuarial Insurance Consulting Graduate Programme - Non-Life - Dublin

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Actuarial Insurance Consulting Graduate Programme - Non-Life - Dublin

Our Dublin insurance team of 40 actuarial consultants have deep experience working with organisations of all types and sizes across the insurance industry. We have a large and diverse client base serving some of the biggest players in the Irish domestic market, and across Europe, the Americas and Asia. The services we provide include:

• Outsourced Actuarial Services
• Product Development
• Pricing
• Risk Assessment & Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Portfolio Transfers. 

The Role

A role in Insurance Consulting is stimulating, challenging, exciting and extremely rewarding.

We require candidates who are technically and mathematically minded, with the ability to solve intricate problems using innovative and proportionate approaches.

As consultants, it is not enough to have the technical skillset. The ability to communicate complex concepts to audiences from a variety of backgrounds is fundamental. We deal with actuaries, accountants, senior executives and other Board members. Each audience has different needs and knowledge and so we need to tailor our communications to suit.

We are looking for candidates that are excellent in their field and can apply their skillsets to work with clients to support them in their strategy and objectives. 

As a project-based business, no two days are the same. You will be involved in regular project meetings which will help you to understand the overall project and where your work fits in as well as providing a space for you to report your progress and raise issues. Being able to communicate your technical work to others who may not be familiar or involved is the key foundation for every actuarial consultant.

Our work requires us to work closely with our other offices throughout Europe and around the world. You will gain exposure to various companies across the entire insurance market ranging from small domestic companies to larger multinational insurers. Depending on the project and client you may also get involved in communicating with peers at the client's office, working directly alongside clients and attending meetings/calls.

The Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required;
• Keen to progress towards qualification in the actuarial exams;
• Well organised and detail oriented;
• Able to work to a high level of accuracy;
• Able to work well under pressure and meet targets;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word & Excel;
• Interpersonal skills to include good written and verbal communication;
• “Can do” attitude with a flexible attitude to work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to ask the right questions and seek help where appropriate;

Main Role Responsibilities

• Provide actuarial consulting to clients on a broad range of topics including:
• Supporting clients in all aspects of actuarial work including, financial reporting, solvency reporting, capital management and product pricing.
• Corporate restructuring and capital enhancement (demutualisation, securitisation and M&A).
• Working with Heads of Actuarial Function and Chief Risk Officers in meeting business and regulatory requirements relating to these roles.
• Performance in areas related to financial risk, product distribution and capital issues.
• Enterprise Risk Management to manage risks and meet strategic objectives.
• Conduct reporting on regulatory (Solvency II) and accounting bases;
• Prepare reports for Board of Managements;
• Assist in risk monitoring;
• Analyse and communicate results to key stakeholders;
• Complete other ad-hoc projects as they arise;
• Attend WTW-organised client events;

WTW is an equal opportunity employer 

WTW believes that effectively managing a diverse workforce is vital to our business strategy. We have an obligation to our organisation, ourselves and our clients to hire and develop the best people we can find. We will continually review our policies and practices to ensure that all areas of the employment process (including recruiting, hiring, work assignments, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, company-sponsored development programs and overall workplace experience) are free from discriminatory practices. We are committed to equal employment opportunities at WTW. 

Why work at WTW? 

WTW offers a variety of benefits to support your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing, as well as help you develop in your career, and balance your life inside and outside of work. Among other things, these include WTW Work Flex, shared parental leave, a range of Learning & Development (L&D) opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package (which includes Private Medical Insurance and Life Insurance). 

About WTW

At WTW, our purpose is to transform tomorrows. We provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk and capital to propel the world’s leading businesses forward.

When you join an early careers program at WTW, you’re empowered to develop your skills and make a difference by applying your unique perspective. We fuse our passion, intelligence and imagination to make real impact – confident that behind everyone one of us is all of us.

Difference makers

Begin your career with WTW where every step is an opportunity. Join a company with global scale and diverse perspective where you can deepen our collective insight, set the bar high and succeed your way. Whichever early careers program you join, you’ll go into a role with real responsibilities, exposure to client assignments and the opportunity to build up valuable experience. With WTW behind you, you’ll learn and develop the skills to succeed in your chosen role.

Where you means all of us

We’re proud of our culture and commited to making a real impact for our clients and colleagues. That’s why we constantly challenge ourselves to grow our inclusive culture and create a place where we’re bolder together. Our inclusion networks help us to live our values and our defined inclusion and diversity commitments improve and measure our progress. For you, this means joining a company where you can bring your whole self to work.

Your future in sharp focus

We leverage the global view and local expertise of our 44,000 colleagues serving 140 countries and markets to transform tomorrows. At WTW, you’ll tackle challenges with the help of a diverse, expert global team and identify strategic solutions that move us – and the world’s most powerful organizations – forward.

WTW is proud to be a disability confident employer. We work with MyPlus who support the 15% of disabled students and graduates applying for jobs, internships and placements.

How to Apply

• Online application, including CV. 
• Invitation to complete online assessment and a video interview.
• Virtual assessment centre – this is an opportunity for you to meet with members of the team and for the team to understand your strengths, preferences, and motivations. The assessment will take place virtually, and there will be an opportunity for you to ask questions. 
• Offer and acceptance. 
• Keeping in touch including office visit and invites to social events where you will be able to meet some of your future colleagues. 
• On-boarding. 

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