Actuarial Expert (Validation team)

About the role

As an Actuarial Expert in the Independent Validation team, you will be responsible for conducting independent reviews of models used within the Aviva Group, including the assessment of methodologies, calibrations, assumptions, and regulatory compliance. You will lead end-to-end validation activities, prepare comprehensive validation reports in English, and present findings and recommendations to senior management. This role requires a strong actuarial background, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to challenge model assumptions constructively while building effective relationships with model owners and key stakeholders.

Why this role?

Opportunity to work with high-impact actuarial models used across the Aviva Group

Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making processes

A role that combines technical actuarial expertise with independent challenge and governance

A collaborative environment that values professional judgment, continuous learning, and knowledge sharingWhat will you be doing?

Conduct independent validations of models used across the Aviva Group in line with applicable internal requirements and standards

Assess the methodology, calibration, and appropriateness of insurance and actuarial models

Evaluate compliance of the Internal Model with Solvency UK requirements and related regulatory expectations

Lead and coordinate end-to-end validation processes

Manage communication with model owners and stakeholders throughout validation activities

Prepare comprehensive validation reports in English covering model assessments and findings

Provide constructive challenge and negotiate validation recommendations with model owners

Present validation outcomes, conclusions, and recommendations to senior management and governance forums

Assess emerging methodologies and determine their suitability for different components of the Internal Model and related actuarial models

Ensure high quality, accuracy, and consistency of validation analyses and documentation while working within agreed timelines

What we’re looking for

Extensive experience working with insurance and actuarial models

Knowledge of Prophet ALS models or AI/ML-based models, including experience in assessing and validating such models, is desirable

Strong ability to quickly understand, assess, and challenge methodologies and their application across different modelling areas

Deep knowledge of actuarial and statistical methods with advanced modelling skills

Experience in model validation, model governance, risk modelling, or related actuarial functions would be a strong advantage

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with model owners and senior management

Ability to provide independent challenge, discuss methodological concerns, and agree practical recommendations

Strong presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex technical topics to both expert and non-technical audiences

Excellent command of English (spoken and written), including professional report writing

Professional actuarial qualification, advanced certification, licence, or academic degree demonstrating the expertise required to prepare materials and reports for regulators (including PRA-related requirements)

Ability to work independently, under time pressure, and with a strong sense of accountability

Commitment to delivering high-quality analyses and reports within agreed deadlines

In Aviva Services Excellence Centre, we provide

Contract of employment

Performance Bonus

Private medical care (ENEL-MED)

Cafeteria system of benefits (e.g. MultiSport card)

Additional parent privileges:

• baby leave – 6 weeks leave for second parent
• shortened working time after parental leave

Employer-funded group insurance

Employee Shares Plan

Extra day off for birthday

Paid time off to volunteer

Additional leave acquired over the years in the company (even 5 days more in a year)

Wellbeing Leave - additional two weeks paid leave after 10 years of service

Psychological support consultations

Access to the e-learning platforms

Internal employee referral program

Hybrid working model from Poland with a few days in Warsaw office per month

Attractive office location in Warsaw - Gdański Business Center

Additional entitlements for people with disabilities - Work Without Barriers

Work environment that promotes diversity - Diversity Charter

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As a signatory to the Diversity Charter, Aviva applies a policy of equal treatment and creates a work environment that is friendly to people with disabilities. We do not require from candidates the date of birth, marital status and attached photos to your CV. We encourage all individuals regardless of gender to apply.

Most of our people are smart working – spending also time in our office - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

We’re inclusive - we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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