Relevant professional qualification, preferably with 7+ years’ relevant business experience
Preferably an understanding of risk management frameworks and how to implement and maintain them
Preferably an understanding of the use and implementation of economic capital models
Preferably an understanding of actuarial processes and requirements, including assumptions and modelling
Preferably an understanding of relevant aspects of the regulatory environment and financial reporting standards
Showcasing appropriate behaviours in decision-making, engagement with internal and external parties, and ensuring risk and compliance culture is appropriate
Demonstrates an appropriate level of technical skills for their role and an appreciation of current issues affecting their profession and the life reinsurance industry
Values diverse perspectives and fosters an environment where all voices are heard
Ability and confidence to constructively challenge colleagues at all levels, and a willingness to thoughtfully question existing practices
Ability to communicate complex concepts and information to a variety of audiences
Responsibilities
Engaging in key decisions where second line oversight is required including transaction reviews, material projects and assumption governance
Representing the Risk Function on relevant leadership forums, in particular the Europe and North America Market Leadership Committee and the UK Branch management committee, and providing expert advice on risk-related matters
Monitoring, validation and analysing economic capital requirements
Developing appropriate stress and scenario analysis to derive meaningful insights
Carrying out ‘second line’ risk management including risk identification, monitoring and assessment, and providing risk management tools and guidance
Leading delivery of the Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) or equivalent
Oversight of the risk management system and associated reporting metrics
Developing risk framework, including introduction of new limits and policy refinement
Overseeing the implementation and ongoing compliance with the risk management framework, including recording and investigating operational events and supporting a strong risk management culture
Reporting to appropriate RIBM and Pacific Life Re Division bodies
Representing Risk on the Europe and North America Market Leadership Committee
Fulfilling the UK branch ‘SMF 4 – Chief Risk’ regulated responsibilities
Reporting to the Global VP, Risk
Supporting oversight and monitoring of an effective risk management framework and ensuring a consistent and risk-focussed approach is used to assess and implement key initiatives
Contributing to key strategic and operational decisions for the business, in particular the Europe and North America regions
Providing objective advice on and effective challenge to activities and decisions that may materially impact the Division’s risk profile and reporting to the Division Risk Management Committee (DRMC) and relevant boards and committees as necessary