Valayo
Actuarial Head of Validation | Highly Flexible Working

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Valayo is working with a leading UK General Insurer on a senior opportunity to lead and further develop their Model Validation function.
One of the biggest attractions of this role is the flexibility around how and where you work, offering a genuinely flexible setup alongside a senior actuarial leadership position and strong work-life balance.
- You'll take ownership of the Validation function and wider Model Risk Management, with the opportunity to shape the validation framework, determine the scope and plan of activity, and influence how validation continues to develop across the business.
- The role also offers significant senior stakeholder exposure. You'll work closely with the Chief Actuary, CRO, and Head of Capital, while presenting key findings and recommendations to Committees and Boards.
- There's plenty of variety across the position, with involvement in risk appetite, stress and scenario testing, ORSA, regulatory work, and risk and capital assessments for new products and propositions.
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- Qualified Actuaries with strong General Insurance experience
- Experienced in Internal Model validation and/or broader capital modelling
- Strong technically with a good understanding of Solvency II / Solvency UK
- Comfortable operating at a senior level and presenting complex findings clearly
- Interested in taking ownership of and continuing to develop a validation function
Apply or get in touch to find out more: nazariy@valayo.co.uk
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