Actuarial Director, Pricing

Are you looking for a supportive and collaborative workplace with great benefits and clear career development? You've come to the right place.Why choose Manulife?Competitive Salary packages and performance bonuses

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Job DescriptionThe Actuarial Director, Pricing, will be responsible for oversight of the Pricing service area within MBPS Actuarial, including leadership of 15 staff supporting markets across Asia and North America. The Actuary will provide advisory support and guidance to team leads and junior staff, and must possess the ability to work with people at all levels of the organization and manage often conflicting stakeholder priorities. Key ResponsibilitiesWorks closely with key stakeholders to ensure timely and quality service delivery based on specific needs of each service area within the book of work.

Provides relevant guidance to staff at all levels on actuarial concepts, modelling principles, financial reporting processes and technology. Builds relationships and establishes a high level of credibility with Actuarial management across all Segments, including Business Unit Pricing officers. Supports the MBPS Actuarial leadership team in the achievement of department projects and initiatives to drive process improvements and best practices.

Leadership And Team DevelopmentProvides strong, proactive leadership and coaching to a team of actuarial professionals. Allocates and monitors work of the team to ensure accurate and timely completion of assignments within the established timeframes and quality standards.

Makes decisions regarding employment, compensation, performance appraisals, training, and development. Cultivates an innovative environment by supporting creativity and high performance teamwork. QualificationsProgress towards certification with a recognized international Actuarial professional body (Fellowship preferred) with 10 years of experience.

Demonstrates mastery regarding technical aspects of Pricing and Product Development processes

Proficiency in Moody's Axis and Risk Integrity would be an asset. Knowledge of IFRS17 reporting would be an asset. Self-starter with the ability to work independently, particularly in the area of using sound, independent judgment, problem-solving and analytical skills.

Remains calm and controlled in pressured and stressful situations; demonstrates confidence and persistence in the face of setbacks and obstacles. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence effectively. Results oriented, able to manage expectations, work under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.

Excellent customer focus and commitment to quality. Demonstrated project management skills. Demonstrated leadership talents in coaching and motivating staff to achieve objectives.

Strong business acumen with ability to communicate complex Actuarial concepts and results in a clear, concise, easy to understand manner. Highly developed communication & relationship skills

Amenable to work in UP Ayala Technohub (Quezon City)Amenable to work on a hybrid set-up (3x a week onsite)Let's make every day better together. Learn about our opportunities at JOBS.MANULIFE.COMThis job description is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties required for this role. We reserve the right to change these duties or assign additional duties at any time with or without notice

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