Senior Manager, Head of IFRS Actuarial from a Direct Insurer (Japan)
Reporting to: Chief Actuary (CA), Japan Life
Job Description:
- Lead and manage actuarial teams of approximately 8-10 members who supports Prophet modelling and also regular reporting for Japan Life.
- Deliver actuarial IFRS and Group reporting, covering quarterly closing, forecasting, and planning.
- Conduct annual experience studies and propose assumption changes, leveraging relevant tools and resources under the guidance of the Chief Actuary.
- Partner with relevant teams within Japan Life, including JGAAP Actuarial, Pricing, and broader Finance functions.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders outside Japan Life, such as the APAC regional team, Group Actuarial team, and auditors.
- Drive improvements in local reporting processes, controls, and governance.
Requirements:
- At least 10 years of experience in the actuarial industry or equivalent (specializing in life insurance is a plus).
- Fully or nearly fully qualified by a recognized actuarial body (e.g., IAJ, IFoA, SoA).
- Fluent English, suitable for leading a multinational team and communicating with internal and external stakeholders outside Japan.
- Strong technical skills and solid understanding of actuarial concepts, including IFRS17.
- Proven experience in managing a team.
- Advantageous: Experience in experience study and assumption setting.
- Advantageous: Proficiency with Prophet, SQL, and Python.
- Advantageous: Proficiency with Japanese