Trainee Actuary

Canada Life Assurance Europe plc ('CLE') is a dynamic insurance company with over 700 people across our offices in Germany and Ireland. We have been operating in Germany since 2000 and have established a fast-growing presence in one of the world's largest and most established markets. We specialise in providing innovative unit-linked pension, savings, and protection solutions and have become a trusted partner for life insurance products distributed through independent brokers. It is our priority to support our customers at every stage of life with the best products and service, tailored to their needs - and we're doing it all in a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees.

Role Overview

We are seeking talented actuarial professionals to join our actuarial team. Opportunities exist across a range of experience levels, from Trainee Actuary through to Actuarial Manager. Successful candidates will contribute to the development, pricing, monitoring and management of our products, while supporting the delivery of business objectives. The roles provide opportunities to work across product development, pricing, profitability analysis, strategic initiatives, partnering with teams across the organisation. Depending on experience and level, the role may involve increasing responsibility for technical work, stakeholder management and project leadership. Candidates for the Trainee Actuary role may also be considered for opportunities within other actuarial teams, not solely within Product Development & Pricing.

What you will help us to achieve Product Development and Pricing

• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of product pricing methodologies and models.
• Perform actuarial analysis to support pricing decisions and product enhancements.
• Analyse experience, profitability and emerging trends, identifying opportunities and risks.
• Assist with the maintenance and enhancement of actuarial models, assumptions and processes.
• Contribute to the delivery of pricing and product initiatives in line with business objectives.

Analysis and Insight

• Produce high-quality actuarial analysis and recommendations.
• Monitor product performance and provide actionable insights to support decision-making.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

Governance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with internal governance standards, policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain appropriate controls, documentation and model governance.
• Identify and elevate risks appropriately.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management

• Build effective relationships with colleagues across Underwriting, Operations, Product and Distribution.
• Support cross-functional initiatives and contribute to business projects.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work collaboratively to resolve issues and deliver business outcomes.

Leadership and Development

• For Graduate / Trainee Actuary
• Graduate / making progress through actuarial exam.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Contribute positively to team objectives and culture.

What you will need to be successful in the role Trainee Actuary

• Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance or a related quantitative discipline.
• Progressing through the actuarial professional exams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and an interest in developing programming and modelling skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Canada Life Group Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued. We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported. We have built a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees and strive to ensure that our behaviours, processes and practices are aligned to this culture.

If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best.

CLGS supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.