We have a great opportunity for a part-qualified Actuary to join the Risk Modelling Team within our Retirement Division as a Market & Credit Risk Modelling Analyst.

As a Market & Credit Risk Analyst you will support the design, implementation, maintenance and operation of both market and credit risk components of the Solvency II Capital Model.

This would be an ideal role for someone with existing knowledge of market risk modelling theories and methods (such as stochastic modelling) and/or model development through the use of coding (preferably R or VBA)

This is a hybrid working opportunity based from our London Offices in Moorgate. Which is where you will be based when on-site.

• Supporting on market and credit risk components of the Solvency II capital model, including both the asset exposure and liability side exposure via matching adjustment.
• Assisting in the design and implementation of updates and replacements to L&G’s market and credit risk models including appropriate capital model treatments for new asset classes and structures.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline and automate processes where possible.
• Hands on coding of model improvements/developments (in R, Access, Excel or VBA).
• Supporting with routine aspects of the regular market and credit risk calibrations for use in reporting processes including validation and controls in line with Group policies.
• Communicating and explaining approaches to market and credit risk modelling. Including diagnosing and explaining calibration and capital movements.
• Producing market data for financial reporting and other purposes. Ensuring customer needs for market data are met.
• Maintaining and updating market and credit risk documentation as required.

• Part-Qualified Actuary, who is making good progress through the IFoA Exams.
• Knowledge of market risk modelling theories and methods, including stochastic modelling techniques would be highly preferable
• Knowledge/understanding of capital modelling methodologies for the insurance industry (especially life insurance), UK Life Industry products and assets (especially annuities and fixed interest assets)
• Financial model development including coding (eg in R, VBA etc.)
• Ability to communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ensuring all customers/stakeholders receive an exceptional level of service.

When you commit to Legal & General, we’ll commit to you too. That means we’ll recognise and reward your hard work, your performance and your contribution.

If you join us, you’ll get access to some great benefits, including private medical insurance, at least 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, life assurance, and Income Protection. You can participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice. We’re also proud to offer competitive family leave. 

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes. And then there are the many discounts we offer that you can take advantage of – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online offerings.

Legal & General runs a highly regarded Actuarial Rotations Programme for students, which you will be a part of. The role you are applying to is part of our rotational program, designed to further develop and enhance your skills, and as part of this program you will be expected to rotate in both of our sites in London and Hove. 

For internal candidates, please note that your application will be shared with the L&G Chief Tutor. This is your name only and for rotation purposes.