OLIVER JAMES

Responsibility

• support and develop the Data Governance team, processes and tools to achieve the business data strategy / objectives
• develop models for ICAAP and credit risk functions
• manage capital frameworks, policies, risk appetite and capital transfer pricing
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• to take ownership over the successful development and support of your team
• leading on ICAAP, pillar 2A and 2B
• leading the development of pricing basis, influencing and delivering
• leading validation on IFRS 9 models and stress testing
• develop models for credit risk and capital
• leading on capital frameworks and policies, capital risk appetite and capital transfer pricing
• cash management, risk management and adherence to liquidity metrics
• to help lead the implementation of a new MDM solution whilst continuing to develop the existing solution
• interpretation and analysis of publicly available information on the target business, information memoranda, and business plans
• to develop data governance policies
• stress testing and impairment forecasting
• perform associated Liquidity Risk Management duties
• support ICAAP execution and stress testing
• to ensure that all platforms are build, maintained and improved to agreed SLAs and level of security
• to ensure the successful output and smooth delivery
• preparing ICAAP communication packs
• driving thought leadership on basis development
• stress testing on ICAAP and IFRS 9 models
• lead and design, development, and continuous improvements to the Meta-data Management and Data Lineage frameworks, including underlying processes, tools, and procedures
• leading on prudential regulation updates
• ensuring the business conducts activity within the bank's risk appetite
• work with key stakeholders across the globe to identify key roles and further facilitate on boarding
• review and analysis of historical trading, balance sheets and cash flow
• lead and deliver items of the change agenda of the organisation and CIO function
• confidently contribute to client meetings at the technical level
• to translate data policy needs into a serious of actions
• macro-economic timeseries modelling
• produce the liquidity cash forecast and provide variance analysis
• lead on prudential regulation updates relating to capital
• manage an Infrastructure team that consists of a variety of skill sets
• drive the team to produce & maintain high quality documentation
• implementing regulatory change
• presenting at senior committees
• support the development of a group data warehouse
• support ICAAP production and stress testing
• delivering and managing the STM portfolio
• review and analysis of projections, and underlying assumptions
• design & implement appropriate data processes, policies, procedures and deliverables to support the business and champion best practice
• portfolio management activities including identifying and managing emerging risks and issues
• manage specialist analyst resources and work with multiple business domain to implement the data governance policy
• apply actuarial and statistical skills to review and project complex data-sets and to draw applicable, actuarially sound, business conclusions
• manage a small team
• work closely with other stakeholders to monitor and report on the delivery of new services
• work closely with other operational functions to ensure processes are followed, driving capacity management across all network platforms
• opportunity for involvement with ILAAP team if desired
• summarising and delivering complex technical information
• support external relationships with other banks and brokers
• define , document and communicate the data catalogues, strategy and procedures
• review of the adequacy of working capital facilities, including consideration of financing limits, term and covenants
• investment Strategy development, implementation and monitoring
• provide effective awareness & training sessions around policy adoption and implementation
• ensure the successful implementation and adoption of Data Governance processes and tools by partnering effectively with data owners and stewards

Requirements

• due Diligence
• senior Manager - Underwriting Risk
• infrastructure
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• senior Financial Crime Manager
• data Management
• assurance Manager
• capital
• data
• governance
• regulatory Reporting
• telecoms
• insurance
• liquidity
• project
• control
• networking
• data Governance
• risk Management
• programme
• dpo
• master data management
• data policy
• cisco
• team lead
• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
• experience of banking and commercial lending
• insurance/Lloyds/Reinsurance industry experience
• previous experience in transaction services and financial due diligence
• be able to commute to the Central London office 5 days per week
• experience in leading risk work on ORSA reports/processes
• part-Qualified General Insurance Actuary
• attention to detail, high level report reviewing and writing skills
• have experience in on-boarding, screening, and remediation within a top tier or international bank
• extensive CRM Application experience
• FIA qualified
• CISI, IMC or CFA qualified/part qualified
• CFA or FIA qualified or making good exam progress
• part or qualified CFA/FIA
• 2nd line risk experience
• experience of stress testing, forecasting and model development
• have an understanding of Prime Services or Prime Broking
• knowledge of CRR and Pillar II regulations

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Responsibility

• the Regulatory Accountant will be responsible for preparing, reviewing and submitting accurate and timely regulatory returns to the relevant regulatory bodies
• production of QMA, QMB, and QMR returns for the syndicate
• prepare, review and submit regulatory returns
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• play a significant role in the production of ILAAP & ICAAP documents
• support the Group Head of FP&A in the management of the financial planning cycles, strategic planning, annual budget and forecasting
• manage the submission of FINREP returns
• translate & implement Divisional plans and deliverable to deliver overall Group strategic priorities
• manage the syndicate's financial reporting and analysis
• ensure that all regulatory returns are submitted accurately and on a timely basis, in line with internal controls and procedures
• keep up to date with regulatory information in the banking space
• execute BAU FP&A activities and support broader team with wider projects
• improve reconciliation process for the returns
• external reporting
• assist in the preparation of the syndicate's business plan and budget
• monitor changes in regulatory requirements and ensure that the business is informed and compliant
• manage stakeholders to make sure the regulatory reports are coordinated effectively
• develop and maintain financial systems and processes to implement best practice and efficiencies
• assist the Risk team with ICAAP and AIRB reporting projects
• communicate well within a team
• analysis and modelling
• prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• assist with the preparation of the annual statutory accounts and liaise with auditors during the audit process
• we are looking for an Management Accountant working in our Manchester Office
• add value and be creative through delivery of targeted analytics and insights to enable appropriate management action to be taken
• production of accounting papers
• who we are
• manage the relevant entity audit process and preparation of financial statements and corporate tax returns in conjunction with professional service advisors
• ensure compliance with Lloyd's reporting requirements
• work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure that all regulatory reporting requirements are met
• answering accounting queries
• manage the entity's tax requirements in conjunction with professional service advisors
• support the underwriting and claims teams with financial analysis and reporting
• provide support to the wider finance team as required
• we are Oliver James, a global recruitment & consulting group that has been introducing talented people to great organisations since 2002
• develop and manage key relationship with both internal and external customers
• provide input into strategic planning and decision-making processes
• be involved in key deliverables such as board papers, BP and QBR presentations, annual report materials and expense analysis
• ensure clear communication with relevant senior management and Chief Officers in order to determine customers' requirements and priorities
• maintain and develop relationships with external stakeholders, such as auditors and regulators
• global Operations at Oliver James is an integral part of the group

Requirements

• insurance
• planning
• FP&A Analyst - Interim 6 months
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• claims
• assistant accountant
• analysis
• general insurance
• reconciliations
• syndicate
• lloyds
• accounts payable
• assistant syndicate accountant
• solvency II
• accounts receivable
• degree in accounting, finance or a related field
• regulatory accountant
• professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• solv II
• minimum of 3 years' experience in regulatory reporting within the insurance industry
• be a fully qualified accountant
• have experience and extensive knowledge of syndicate reporting for a London market insurance company
• strong knowledge of UK regulatory requirements and guidelines
• an experienced financial professional with an accountancy qualification
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in Lloyd's reporting, specifically QMA, QMB, and QMR
• have experience in regulatory reporting
• ability to approach processes in a structured and organised manner
• highly numerate with a clear understanding of how financial models work
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• experience in financial accounting and reporting
• ACCA/CIMA/ACA fully qualified
• have a strong knowledge of financial statements
• deep knowledge of statutory reporting
• experience with completing and submitting FINREP returns
• excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• experience in FP&A within insurance is essential
• ACA or ACCA qualification preferred
• experience in a FS business, a Bank or Building Society is highly desirable
• have experience within the insurance industry
• part qualified or fully qualified Accountant is highly desirable
• an open and collaborative style with the ability to translate complex subject matter to colleagues with clarity
• strong technical accounting skills
• strong organisational and time management skills
• solvency II knowledge
• have previous experience in a similar role within Regulatory Reporting role
• the ability to take initiative, make decisions and train less experienced team members
• previously worked in a Retail Bank
• ability to communicate effectively
• lloyds Syndicate experience
• knowledge of Lloyd's insurance market and regulatory requirements
• ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

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Responsibility

• design, develop and maintain data pipelines, data models, and data integration processes using SQL, Snowflake, and AWS
• define, update and deliver the DevOps model including CI/CD pipelines for the Azure Data Platform in line with wider GTS standards
• you will design, deploy, and maintain the Azure cloud Infrastructure environment
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• experience in Azure platform architecture and developing data engineering pipeline
• experience in Azure platform architecture and developing data engineering pipelines
• ensure data quality and data integrity across all data sources
• implement and maintain ETL processes to transform and load data from various sources into a centralized data warehouse
• implement security measures within the environment, monitoring for potential threats
• experience in SQL and Python
• design and implement data integrations between the Azure Data Platform and operational systems both on premises and in the cloud
• troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues related in the Azure Cloud infrastructure environment
• provide technical assistance in data engineering, analysis, orchestrations and enrichment
• provide technical assistance in data engineering, analysis, orchestration and enrichment
• build relationships within the business, understand our decision making processes and identify opportunities to exploit data to enhance decision making
• build relationships within the business, understand our decision-making processes and identify opportunities to exploit data to enhance decision making
• reporting or archival of data from operational systems or unstructured data stores, Azure Data Platform housekeeping
• drive automation and best practice solutions using the Azure tool stack
• build data solutions/applications to solve complex business problems
• driving a continuous improvement mindset across the infrastructure team to ensure fast-paced deliveries of new features and products
• reverse engineer existing data solutions and business developed application to redevelop into the Azure Data Platform
• at times there may be a need to assist with more complex requirements where escalations have been made
• participate in an on-call rota, supporting emergency events / escalations as needed
• migrate data from legacy reporting solutions on the Azure Data Platform to ensuring that data integrity and service levels are maintained
• maintain and update the Data Platform Framework ensuring effective ingestion, storage and transformation of data through the stages of the data lake
• responsible for ensuring work products are optimised for run-cost minimisation
• build data pipelines for data throughout the Azure Data Platform stages, integrating data management best practices at all stage transitions suitable for their use case, e.g
• ensure initiatives reduce complexity, risk and cost of solution delivery and enable scaling and repeatable use
• stay relevant and up to date with new features on the Azure platform making recommendations for improvements to be made within cloud infrastructure
• recognise opportunities to re-use existing data flows/data pipelines, data sets etc
• develop data sets which are optimised for their given use case, e.g. self-service analytics, paginated reports or machine learning and advanced analytics
• engineers for data quality and adoption requirements across the enterprise for the Azure Data Platform
• define, contribute to and deliver the Software Development Lifecycle for data including test and quality assurance

Requirements

• python
• data Engineer
• data
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• lead Cloud Engineer - Insurance - Azure
• snowflake
• azure
• spark
• azure Cloud
• synapes
• data Bricks
• A proven track record in Data Engineering and supporting the business to gain true insight from data
• strong Snowflake SQL, Python and Azure data platform experience ADF, Azure Synapse
• strong SQL programming skills and experience working with Snowflake and AWS data services
• azure Data Services
• extensive Experience in designing and delivering automation, through desktop and build delivery methods such as Intune, Autopilot etc
• experience of working as a Data Engineer or similar role
• SQL, Python, Java
• experience working as a Data Engineer or a similar role
• experience with ETL tools and processes
• experience with data tools and languages in a cloud native environment
• microsoft BI experience
• tenant level administration of 365 solutions and services
• proven track record in Data Engineering and supporting the business to gain true insight
• snowflake, Spark, Snowpark
• proven team player with ability to work with all levels in a highly intellectual, collaborative, and fast paced environment
• understanding of data modeling principles and database design concepts
• SQL including T-SQL
• packaging skills to deliver solutions to end users
• from data
• experience with large scale data processing
• excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor them appropriately for different audiences, technical backgrounds, and seniority
• familiarity with data warehousing and data lake concepts
• integration and ETL design and delivery Including
• extensive Azure skills, including recovery techniques, Azure M scripting
• strong SQL, Python and Azure data platform experience ADF, Azure Synapse
• experience working with databases, data modelling and big data
• strong SQL, Python, and Azure data platform experience ADF, Azure Synapse
• experience with Python or other scripting languages
• data visualisation
• mail technology delivery tasks, security and management
• experience with batch and streaming processing, real-time applications, event-based architectures and pub/sub patterns using Confluent
• experience with data tools and languages in a cloud-native environment
• able to demonstrate skills within Dev Sec ops or Sec ops
• demonstrable ability to design, implement and use different database structures with
• experience working in Azure cloud
• developing analytical use cases using Spark programming in Python and one other language
• relational and multi-dimensional data modelling
• particular focus on cloud based data services such as Azure, Databricks, Snowflake
• experience with CI/CD workflows and git best practices
• a particular focus on cloud-based data services such as Azure, Databricks, Snowflake
• operating within an IT function, including systems analysis and data analysis
• experience of successfully engaging management and groups of technical and non-technical stakeholders
• experience in building ETL/ELT data pipelines and use of DevOps concepts to test
• familiarity with APIs
• proven success operating in complex delivery environments and experience in implementing New Ways of Working /Scrum at Scale
• designing and delivering Testing including Regression, Unit, integration, and system for data solutions
• familiarity with key infrastructure technologies and best practice including LAN, WAN, Voice, Windows, Active Directory, Virtualisation and Security
• schedule, and deploy to a production environment
• familiarity with Docker and terraform
• data Quality management and root cause analysis
• experience of leading delivery whilst managing and coaching teams
• developing designs for data pipelines and data flows and data sets
• multiple migration of code and data from legacy solutions to alternative technology

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Responsibility

• meeting business needs by extracting requirements from stakeholders to inform the businesses service provision
• working with cross departmental teams to find the best way to design new processes & solve process-related issues
• presenting data and business analysis findings to stakeholders using data flows and data models
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• supporting using technical & analytical data to provide the organisation with the ability to fully exploit its information resource
• providing technical and analytical support to enable the organisation to fully deliver accurate results
• documenting 'As is' business processes, producing process maps across all levels of the organisation, documenting process models & other supporting documents, whilst still working with stakeholders to design & document the 'To Be' State
• confident delivering Master Data Management including ability to analyse and manipulate data
• developing & manipulating data collections from the main core business platforms to ensure an accurate capture of key people related statistics, including departmental headcounts, spans, layers & job family statistics

Requirements

• business Analyst; Remediation; Financial Services; Legal
• strong experience using business analysis tools and techniques
• strong experience in S/4HANA Finance module configuration and understanding of the associated business processes
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• knowledge and understanding of Business needs, with an ability to maintain and establish a high level of customer trust
• experienced across various digital projects
• knowledge in Joint Venture Accounting is a must
• strong Sequel Eclipse experience - Minimum 3-5 years' experience
• strong Business Analyst/ Product analyst experience
• experience working within a Business Analyst or Product Owner role within a technology or software environment
• technical experience across the omnichannel ecosystem
• analysing and communicating data to a wide range of audiences within the business
• gathering requirements from stakeholders to inform service provisions meet business needs
• substantial experience as a Business Analyst
• strong experience within business analysis
• ideally have worked with Investments platform or Trading platform previously
• strong experience as a Business Analyst
• strong Insurance claims systems experience
• strong experience working as a Data Business Analyst
• understands the S/4HANA configurations & master data activities with cross functional area Integration with other modules
• strong London Market insurance experience
• exposure and understanding of different Agile analysis tools and techniques
• strong Stakeholder management skills
• building relationships with various stakeholders and multi-discipline skills across the organisation
• strong skills needed within Operational Change including target operating model transformations
• previous experience working on technical projects, specifically, either a migration or implementation of a client portal
• extensive requirements gathering and gap analysis experience
• working with key stakeholders to understand business and technical needs, gather requirements
• strong Payroll and HR system experience
• substantial experience with Data and Cloud migrations focused on Azure
• london Market/ Lloyds Insurance experience is a MUST
• STRONG exposure management experience
• proficient in analysis, interpretation, and documentation using Agile approaches
• strong skills with business change projects including Process Improvement / Process Optimisation
• experience with the full software development life cycle
• knowledge and experience of modelling business processes using a variety of tools and techniques
• exceptional communication skills and a keen desire to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• confident in running in process analysis such as workshops, interviews, research etc
• self-motivated, proactive, customer focused, excellent organisational skills
• experience working on data migrations
• strong stakeholder engagement and management skills
• strong stakeholder management skills
• experience working with sequel impact or advantage go
• ability to work independently and proactively with a high degree of attention to detail
• presenting data and business analysis findings to stakeholders using easily consumed visuals, dashboards and charts
• strong stakeholder management
• strong stakeholder communication skills
• knowledge and awareness of data security
• strong stakeholder management skills - business and IT
• excellent communication skills and experience of stakeholder management and conflict resolution
• working with business teams and other departments to find the best way to design new processes and solve process-related issues
• developing and manipulating data collections from core systems to ensure accuracy
• excellent time management, planning and organisation skills
• providing technical and analytical support to enable the organisation to fully exploit its information resource
• gathering requirements from stakeholders to inform and meet business needs
• project management support and analysis activity
• able to challenge positively and constructively where necessary to drive the right outcome for the company
• providing technical and analytical support to enable the organization to fully exploit its information resource
• experience of using modern software delivery tools such as Jira and Confluence
• identify, develop and document business requirements to allow more effective performance and look at new ways of tackling business processes or establishing a new service
• experience of systems and data analyst role within a technology or software environment

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Responsibility

• assist with the production of pricing quotes
• you can expect a role that requires you to blend your good technical capabilities with good people and project management skills
• the development of financial models for products being developed and supporting production of financial business cases for approval
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• draft written reports and documentation for results and methods employed
• quantifying risks the new products present and supporting the production of papers for approval at relevant Committees
• producing calculation specifications, test tools, test planning and supporting testing for product developments
• assist in the production of key metrics and analysis to support commercial negotiations both internally and externally
• develop strong client-focused relationships with our business developers
• support the maintenance and development of our capital models, engaging with a wide range of senior stakeholders to ensure our models adapt to the evolving needs of the business
• providing analysis to support the pricing and structure of product developments, determining the appropriate level of precision and input from other internal teams at each stage of the product development process
• your day-to-day will be varied - you could be contributing to strategic initiatives, interacting with the regulator, performing deep technical analysis on market risks, presenting to governance committees, coaching and mentoring actuarial trainees, and so on
• support other team members and be responsible for delivering accurate and timely work as part of a team working together towards targets
• responsible for the implementation of model calibration projects within the team, focusing on internal model capital modelling projects

Requirements

• capital Reporting Actuary
• actuarial Modelling
• experienced Pensions Actuary from within a reputable consultancy
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• qualified Actuary
• keen ambition to move into a lead role in propositions with either a pensions actuarial, BPA pricing or pensions investments background
• NNQ/Qualified Actuary
• part-qualified or Qualified Actuary
• fellow of the Institute or Faculty of Actuaries
• FIA qualified
• currently holds a Scheme Actuary Practising Certificate
• FIA qualified, or close to qualification
• nearly/Fully qualified actuary
• ideally FIA qualified or with equivalent relevant experience
• experience of at least one of investments, risk management or solvency capital requirements
• strong commercial acumen with excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• good technical reinsurance knowledge from a pensions/life/longevity reinsurance background
• experience of core UK defined benefit actuarial work from within a reputable pension consultancy
• strong DB pensions knowledge
• experience of developing and managing Insurance propositions/insurance solutions
• FIA Qualified
• experience of working within DB consulting within a reputable pensions consultancy
• experience in pricing and/or project work relating to new product development in the life/health insurance industry
• relevant experience gained from a consultancy or insurance environment
• excellent communication skills and a natural problem solver
• experience in Solvency II or the IAIS Insurance Capital Standard
• ideally posses experience in developing ideas for the long term strategy of a DB business
• qualified actuary with time spent in a life insurance business
• commercial knowledge of pension de-risking products including bulk annuities and longevity swaps would be desirable but is not essential
• strong technical skill set
• ideally public sector/LGPS experience or private sector client experience looking to specialise
• experience of working as a Business Development or Pricing Actuary
• experience of holding recent client book of Scheme Actuary appointments
• ideally experience in working on buy-ins/buy-outs for various scheme size
• excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate technical issue to senior stakeholders, including non-actuaries
• knowledge of of DB pension schemes and associated technical skills
• ability to effectively delegate to, empower and motivate others
• experience using Solvency II internal models
• broad industry background with pension actuarial exposure post qualification
• familiarity with the bulk annuity market and products
• experience in Capital
• strong communication skills
• ability to engage with colleagues in senior positions and from wider teams
• ability to manage a small team
• with the BPA market poised to take off in 2023, now is the time to accelerate your career and join this market leading insurer, and a multiple Global Financial Services Awards winner
• this is an outstanding opportunity for a Qualified Actuary to join a dynamic Bulk Annuity Pricing team in a market that is growing exponentially

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