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We are looking for a senior financial risk leader and qualified actuary with deep expertise in ORSA, Recovery and Resolution, Stress and Scenario Testing and Solvent Exit Planning. You will bring strong executive influence, the ability to translate complex balance sheet and regulatory risk into clear strategic insight, and the leadership to drive high-performing teams focused on material risks.
About the role
Lead the delivery of high-profile regulatory and strategic activities including ORSA, Recovery & Resolution Plans and Solvent Exit Planning
Act as a senior Line 2 leader, providing robust, pragmatic challenge and insight on material business decisions
Own and evolve key financial risk frameworks such as Risk Appetite and Stress & Scenario Testing, ensuring they are proportionate and commercially relevant
Partner closely with Executive and Business Leaders, influencing outcomes through clear, credible advice
Lead executive-level exercises including the annual Recovery Plan fire drill
Build, lead and develop a high-performing Financial Risk Operations team
Qualified Actuary (or equivalent) with strong life insurance experience, particularly annuities and BPA
Deep expertise in Solvency UK, IFRS 17, UK GAAP and balance sheet management
Proven delivery of ORSA, Recovery & Resolution, Stress Testing and Risk Appetite frameworks
Confident operating at Executive level with excellent written and verbal communication skills
A collaborative, credible leader who can challenge constructively and develop high-performing teams
Strong awareness of non-financial risks and operational resilience
A senior, visible role with real influence on strategic and executive decision-making
Exposure to complex, market-leading life insurance and annuity portfolios
Opportunity to shape how financial risk is managed across the Group
A culture that values pragmatic risk management, collaboration and professional growth
The chance to drive innovation in risk oversight, including the use of data, technology and AI