At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our UK Analytics team to design and build innovative reinsurance solutions in aviation.
- Company: Leading reinsurance brokerage with a focus on collaboration and client impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and opportunities for continuous learning.
- Other info: Mentor junior analysts and contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by applying your actuarial expertise in a dynamic industry.
- Qualifications: Qualified Actuary with strong analytical skills and experience in coding or data visualisation.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 £ per year.
The Role We are seeking a commercially minded and technically rigorous Qualified Actuary to join our UK Analytics team within a leading reinsurance brokerage to support Aviation and Aerospace.
This is a critical client-facing position that merges actuarial insight with real-world commercial experience, supporting the design, structuring, and execution of sophisticated reinsurance solutions across multiple lines of business.
Operating at the heart of our broking analytics offering, this role provides an outstanding platform for an actuary to apply their technical expertise while directly influencing client strategy, capital efficiency, and risk transfer outcomes.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in actuarial pricing, an ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity, and a passion for applying analytics in high-impact advisory settings.
The initial phases of work will focus on the hands‑on set‑up and specification of a market-leading analytics and CAT environment.
Experience and interest in working with technology teams as an actuarial subject‑matter expert (SME) are also a key requirement.
Key Responsibilities Include Designing and building market‑leading analytical tools and methodologies that improve pricing accuracy, workflow efficiency, and client‑facing outputs.
Serving as a strategic advisor to clients, providing deep actuarial insight into portfolio performance, risk dynamics, and optimal reinsurance structures.
Supporting the development of bespoke reinsurance programs that meet client‑specific objectives across risk mitigation, capital relief, and volatility management.
Applying actuarial methods to price treaty reinsurance across a range of perils and lines, leveraging exposure data, loss experience, and catastrophe model outputs.
Producing and presenting benchmark analyses that inform negotiations and enhance the credibility of placement strategies with reinsurers.
Partnering closely with brokers to craft analytical placement narratives and supporting reinsurer engagement during the marketing and negotiation process.
Adapting modeling outputs and performance indicators to strengthen our value proposition and differentiate our offering in a competitive market.
Mentoring junior analysts and actuarial trainees, supporting their technical development and ensuring delivery excellence across the team.
Conducting peer reviews and supporting the broader capability‑building agenda of the analytics function.
Developing trusted relationships with brokers, clients, reinsurers, and internal stakeholders, serving as a critical link between technical insight and commercial strategy.
Contributing actuarial leadership to RFP responses, new business pursuits, and long‑term client engagement strategies.
About You We value a collaborative, client‑focused, and solution‑oriented approach to actuarial analytics.
The ideal candidate should be adaptable, energy‑driven, and committed to continuous learning, innovation, and client impact.
Essential Qualifications working knowledge of coding languages (Python) or data visualisation platforms (Power BI, Tableau) is an advantage.
Working knowledge of stochastic RI pricing tools; working knowledge of Igloo is an advantage.
Good understanding of emerging technologies, including AI, Data Science, Generative AI, and data ingestion, to identify development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Statement Willis Re is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment.
We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability, orientation, or any other legally protected categories.
If you have a need that requires accommodation, please email us at talentacquisition@willisre. com. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Wanted: Senior Aviation Actuary employer: Willis Re
Willis Re is an exceptional employer that prioritises a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering employees the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that drives strategic growth in the reinsurance sector. With a strong focus on professional development, employees benefit from advanced analytical resources and collaborative teamwork, ensuring they are well-equipped to excel in their roles while fostering strong relationships with clients and global reinsurers. Located in a dynamic market, Willis Re provides a unique platform for career advancement and innovation in risk management.
