AVP Actuary – Assumption Development Lead We are a global life reinsurer operating in Europe, Asia, Australia and North America, part of Pacific Life, a US‑based mutual insurance group. Role Overview Join our Global R&D function as a leader of a team of five actuaries and analysts, developing biometric assumptions for a range of global reinsurance markets. You will influence key stakeholders to maximise the value of assumption knowledge. Collaborate with colleagues across Europe and North America on Longevity and Protection markets, handling planning, team management, technical direction, stakeholder engagement and implementation. Key focus is scaling team capabilities to accommodate increased assumption volume through economies of scale, standardisation and shared capabilities. Lead stakeholder relationships with:

R&D teams across multiple geographies Savings & Retirement and Protection teams within the Reinsurance Division for Pricing and Product developments Division teams such as Corporate Actuarial, Operations and Risk Biometric teams in other Divisions on US market shared assumptions

Report to the VP, R&D. How You’ll Help Move Us Forward

Recognised leader in assumption development, setting direction and raising the bar. Redefine market‑leading practices with intellectual curiosity, challenging inherited methods. Build a high‑performing, scalable team, streamlining processes and developing future talent. Influence high‑level decisions, forging relationships with senior stakeholders across Pricing and Product. Provide rigorous independent challenge to Pricing assumptions, ensuring intellectual honesty. Shape the profession through thought leadership, academic partnerships and research initiatives.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience in assumption development with a reinsurer, life company or consultancy. Qualified Fellow of the Institute or Faculty of Actuaries or similar, with 6+ years post‑qualified experience. Strong understanding of Longevity or Protection insurance/reinsurance markets. Ability to develop and implement new approaches and techniques. Excellent report writing and verbal communication; ability to present to senior managers. Independent thinker who challenges the status quo. Organised and deadline‑focused. Interest in programming and experience with software such as Tableau, SQL, R. Experience in people management or mentoring, interest in coaching and developing junior staff.

Working for Pacific Life Re Our global team values unique qualities and supports individual ambitions. We promote a healthy work‑life balance, host team‑building days and offer well‑being initiatives. We actively support employee involvement in community and charitable activities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed‑Term Employees) Leave

25 days of annual leave (option to buy/sell more) Adoption and fertility leave Enhanced parental leave

Healthcare

Comprehensive private insurance for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance (9x basic annual salary) Group Income Protection (up to 75% of basic annual salary) Optical benefits

Savings & Retirement

15% combined employee‑employer contributions

Wellness

Subsidised gym membership Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donations

You Can Be Who You Are We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces authenticity and supports all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. We will provide reasonable adjustments during recruitment to ensure equal access for applicants with disabilities. Pacific Life Re Values Please click here to view our company values. #J-18808-Ljbffr