Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox Job Spec – ILS Actuary Working within the RE&ILS Risk Analytics team, you will be responsible for all actuarial support for the Hiscox Capital Partners Team. The ILS actuary will: Work with Portfolio Managers and Hiscox Underwriters to construct efficient and diversified portfolios of risk that are appropriate for the different risk profiles of our Capital Partners and Funds. Establish and monitor collateral requirements and capital release mechanisms for new and existing Hiscox Capital Partner Investment vehicles having regard to the volatility and claims settlement profile of the underlying reinsurance business. Establish and administer all aspects of fund valuation including establishing appropriate policies, procedures and systems required for monthly valuation of the funds. Advise the ILS Valuation Committee on the appropriate valuation methodology, parameters, event specific IBNR and uncertainty related to the fund valuation. Liaise with external actuaries to provide data and analysis in support of the actuarial opinion. Support the ILS Portfolio managers and Hiscox Capital Partners business development team in interactions with existing and potential investors and capital partners. Manage, mentor and develop members of the actuarial and risk team as appropriate. The Requirements for the Role: Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries or equivalent certification with at least five years post qualification experience. Extensive technical experience within reinsurance market in Reserving, Pricing, Capital and Exposure Management. Demonstrate a challenging and constructive commercial outlook with ability to question the status quo Self-motivated, driven and able to lead and gain the commitment of others Proven track record of constantly seeking to improve systems and processes Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships and influence decision making Strong mathematical skills with experience in reserving, catastrophe and capital modelling, computer coding tools - Python, SQL, ResQ, Tableau or PowerBI. Experience with catastrophe modelling software from Verisk and Moodys. Familiarity with Analyze Re, Dataiku and Snowflake is an advantage. Hiscox Re & ILS Hiscox Re & ILS is the reinsurance and insurance-linked strategy (ILS) business unit within Hiscox Group. Our team of circa 120 curious and collaborative individuals are committed to providing top quality service to brokers, clients, quota share partners and ILS investors through an innovative range of reinsurance products and third-party capital opportunities. Our focused and discerning underwriting approach is complemented by a commitment to world-class service, and the ability to offer creative solutions to complex problems. We know our people are our biggest asset so finding and retaining top talent is crucial for every role. Find out more at www.hiscoxre.com Work with amazing people and be part of a unique culture If you want to help build a brilliant future; work with amazing people; be part of a unique company culture; and, of course, enjoy great employee benefits that take care of your mental and physical wellbeing, come and join us. If this is your first time visiting our career site and you wish to stay in touch please select the 'Introduce yourself' button on the top right. This will allow us to contact you with suitable vacancies. If you are a returning prospect and wish to view our current vacancies please Search for Jobs using the link on the top right. We’re a global, specialist insurer headquartered in Bermuda and listed on the London Stock Exchange. With 3,000 employees and 32 offices in 12 countries we’re a business with lots of opportunity for people with talent, spark and lots of ambition. If you want to build a great career with a company that prioritises strong values – such as integrity and courage – where our people always pull together to do the right thing for each other and our customers, then we’d love to hear from you.