At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape global Cyber pricing using actuarial expertise and data science.
- Company: Join QBE Insurance, a leading international insurer with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working, and comprehensive health coverage.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and a commitment to sustainable practices.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic team focused on innovative Cyber solutions.
- Qualifications: Experience in General Insurance; strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel and Python.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
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Primary Details
- Time Type: Full time
- Worker Type: Employee
Role Highlights
- London based role with hybrid working
Play a key role in shaping global Cyber pricing by combining actuarial expertise with data science to drive profitable growth and support underwriting decisions.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Global Pricing Actuary to join our Group Pricing team in London, supporting Cyber pricing on a global scale. This role combines business partnering, underwriting collaboration, and advanced pricing analytics, with a focus on the robust development and controlled deployment of pricing models into production. Our ambition is to be a market‑leading Cyber Pricing team. Working closely with Underwriters, we aim to deliver profitable and sustainable growth, while investing in the capability of our people. We are committed to developing expertise across both insurance and data science, and to equipping our team with the tools, data, and insights they need to excel.
Your new role:
- Operate within the Global Cyber Pricing team, building and maintaining strong relationships across the global Cyber community, including Underwriting, Pricing, Technology, Actuarial and offshore teams.
- Lead the development and delivery of Cyber pricing models to Divisional Pricing teams, including implementation into pricing systems and collaboration with the Technology community, alongside supporting testing and validation.
- Partner with third-party data providers to enhance internal datasets and support external data submissions.
- Provide analytical insight to inform portfolio management, performance projections, rate change strategy, and ongoing pricing model development.
- Integrate advanced data science techniques with traditional actuarial methods to support a market-leading Cyber pricing approach.
- Provide oversight, support and guidance to the Group Pricing India team to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery.
Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.
About You
- Experience working within General Insurance; exposure to Cyber is beneficial
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to interpret complex data and generate insight
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships across teams
- A proactive approach to learning, with a willingness to develop new skills and capabilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a delivery-focused setting
- Strong technical capability in Excel and Python; knowledge of SQL or R would be advantageous
Benefits
- 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
- Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.
- Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
- Private medical insurance – we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family.
- Family friendly policies – we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent.
- Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.
- Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes.
- Cycle-to-Work – benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
- Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year
- Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it.
Skills:
- Actuarial Science
- Analytical Thinking
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Data Quality Assessments
- Intentional collaboration
- Managing performance
- Price Modelling
- Pricing Strategies
- Programming Languages
- Research Analysis
- Risk Management
- Working Independently
How to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Global Pricing Actuary - Cyber in London employer: QBE Insurance
QBE Insurance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London with hybrid working options that promote a healthy work-life balance. Employees benefit from generous holiday allowances, comprehensive medical coverage, and robust professional development opportunities, all while being part of a collaborative team dedicated to innovation in Cyber pricing. With a strong commitment to sustainability and employee well-being, QBE fosters a culture where every individual can make a meaningful impact.