Head Of New Business Reporting (Actuary)

TL;DR

Head of New Business Reporting (Actuary): Leading the end-to-end new business reporting processes for the Institutional Retirement business with an accent on IFRS and Solvency UK/II reporting frameworks. Focus on managing a team of actuarial analysts, ensuring data accuracy, and providing robust oversight of reporting outputs for senior stakeholders.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to London, UK (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global is a leading UK financial services group and global asset manager, dedicated to safeguarding financial futures and building sustainable retirement and protection solutions since 1836.

What you will do

• Lead the delivery of new business reporting metrics across IFRS and Solvency UK/II.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of four actuarial analysts.
• Review and challenge reporting outputs produced by Finance Central Services.
• Ensure accuracy and control of reporting results, assumptions, and methodology.
• Build strong relationships with PRT Pricing, Client Services, and Finance teams.
• Explain complex reporting results and movements to senior stakeholders.

Requirements

• Qualified Life Actuary (FIA/FFA or equivalent).
• Strong life insurance reporting experience, specifically with IFRS 17 and Solvency UK/II.
• Knowledge of bulk annuities, individual annuities, or PRT products.
• Experience in reviewing actuarial/finance reporting and assessing results for reasonableness.
• Proven experience in managing or developing actuarial or finance teams.
• Sound understanding of risk, governance, and regulatory requirements in the UK financial services sector.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual performance-related bonus plan and share schemes.
• Generous pension contribution and life assurance.
• Healthcare plan and 30 days of holiday plus public holidays.
• Electric car scheme via salary sacrifice.
• Flexible working options including hybrid arrangements.
• Commitment to net-zero carbon workplaces by 2030.