Life Insurance, Valuation Actuary – Relocation to Bermuda

We are working with a highly respected client in Bermuda to recruit an experienced Life Insurance, Validation Actuary for a senior-level role within the life insurance sector.

Life Insurance, Validation Actuary – Relocation to Bermuda
Recruiting on behalf of our client

This role requires the successful candidate to relocate to Bermuda, all relocation costs will be covered by the client.

We are working with a highly respected client in Bermuda to recruit an experienced Life Insurance, Validation Actuary for a senior-level role within the life insurance sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned actuarial professional to join a high-impact team that plays a key role in overseeing and evaluating life (re)insurance activities across the jurisdiction.

The successful candidate will be responsible for technical assessments and validations of actuarial models and filings, providing strategic insight, and supporting the continuous enhancement of supervisory practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviewing financial and actuarial filings submitted by life (re)insurance companies to assess alignment with relevant frameworks, methodologies, and best practices
• Leading or contributing to in-depth evaluations of reserves, models, and actuarial assumptions, particularly in more complex or technical areas
• Planning and conducting on-site reviews and prudential meetings with life (re)insurers
• Monitoring compliance by reviewing submissions, performing analyses, and following up directly with company representatives
• Preparing high-quality written reports and communicating findings to both internal stakeholders and supervised entities
• Undertaking thought leadership research on life (re)insurance and related actuarial topics to support knowledge sharing and informed oversight
• Driving initiatives to modernize and automate processes, improving analytical capabilities and operational effectiveness
• Building horizon-scanning tools to anticipate and assess emerging trends and risks in the life (re)insurance landscape
• Providing actuarial expertise and training to internal teams on industry developments, risk drivers, and regulatory trends
• Supporting special projects or contributing to cross-functional initiatives as required

Key Requirements:

• A recognised professional actuarial designation (e.g., FSA, FIA, FFA, FCIA, or CERA)
• A minimum of seven years of relevant experience, with at least three years in a senior actuarial capacity within life (re)insurance or a closely related environment
• Strong understanding of global solvency frameworks (e.g., Solvency II) and risk-based supervision principles
• Proficiency in evaluating actuarial and financial models, including economic balance sheets, capital models, and stress testing (ALM, solvency, cash flow)
• Familiarity with programming or modelling tools such as Excel, R, Python, Matlab, or actuarial-specific software
• Experience with on-site reviews, risk assessments, or other forms of analytical or forensic evaluations
• Solid grasp of insurance and investment accounting practices and how they inform actuarial assessments
• Proven ability to assess corporate governance, internal control frameworks, and enterprise risk management structures
• Detail-oriented, accountable, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when necessary