Nearly / Newly Qualified Actuary

A leading professional services firm with offices across the UK is seeking to recruit a Nearly / Newly Qualified Actuary to join their growing team based in Belfast. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering exposure to high-quality client work, strong professional development support and the chance to work in a collaborative consulting environment during a period of change within the pensions industry.

This role would suit an individual who is nearing completion of their actuarial exams or recently qualified, with a strong background in UK pensions consulting and the ability to combine technical expertise with excellent client relationship skills.

• Deliver actuarial advice to a portfolio of UK pension scheme clients, ensuring high standards of technical accuracy and client service.
• Provide actuarial input across a range of areas including funding, investment matters and regulatory requirements.
• Support and lead client meetings, responding to queries and managing ongoing client relationships.
• Contribute to projects in a changing pensions environment, including governance, scheme funding and de-risking activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across teams, supporting junior staff and managing project workflows.
• Utilise actuarial and modelling systems effectively, including Excel and other specialist software platforms.
• Maintain awareness of current developments affecting pension schemes and actuarial practice.

• Nearing completion of, or recently attained, Fellowship of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.
• 2:1 or above in a relevant degree.
• Strong experience in a similar actuarial role within a pensions consulting or related environment.
• Proven track record of delivering excellent client service.
• Broad knowledge of how UK pension schemes operate, including funding and investment considerations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical and systems capability, particularly in Excel, with the ability to learn new software platforms.
• Demonstrable team-working skills and the ability to manage projects effectively.
• Evidence of proactive professional development and engagement with the actuarial profession.

• Knowledge of and experience in GMP equalisation calculations.
• Knowledge of and experience in Risk Transfer activities.
• Practical knowledge of the Pension Protection Fund (PPF).

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience - c. £52,000 - £62,000.
• Supportive and flexible working environment.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.
• Core benefits package including pension provision.
• 25 days annual leave plus additional benefits.

To speak in absolute confidence about this Nearly / Newly Qualified Actuary job opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Josh Craig at MCS Group.

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