Head of Studies and Reinsurance

Responsibilities:

Actuarial Studies and Experience Monitoring

• Lead the design execution and interpretation of experience studies (e.g. mortality morbidity lapse expense)
• Collaborate with pricing valuation and regional teams to ensure alignment of assumptions and methodologies
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools for regular experience monitoring
• Monitor emerging trends analyze IFRS17 drivers of earnings and work with inforce management team to develop initiatives to realign actual experience with expectations
• Communicate findings and impacts to senior management and stakeholders

Reinsurance Negotiations

• Lead reinsurance strategy development including treaty structuring pricing analysis and partner selection
• Manage relationships with reinsurers and coordinate negotiation processes
• Review and update existing treaties to maximize value and ensure partnership with trustworthy reinsurers
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal governance requirements

Required Skills:

Actuarial and Reinsurance Expertise: Advanced knowledge of actuarial methodologies and reinsurance structures with the ability to lead complex studies and treaty negotiations Leadership and Team Management: Capability to lead mentor and develop high-performing actuarial teams fostering collaboration and accountability Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data identify trends and develop actionable insights to support decision-making Stakeholder Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present complex actuarial insights and reinsurance strategies to senior management and key stakeholders Adaptability and Innovation: Comfortable navigating change and uncertainty with a proactive approach to optimizing processes exploring new tools technologies and methodologies

Key Results Area:

Ensure completion of scheduled experience studies and monitoring reports with precision and within agreed timelines Lead successful negotiations and maintain optimal reinsurance arrangements that align with business objectives and risk appetite Provide insights through rigorous data analysis to support inforce management initiatives strategic planning and pricing

Key Behaviors:

Anticipates future trends and proactively aligns actuarial and reinsurance strategies with long-term business goals Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility for outcomes ensuring high standards in deliverables and decision-making Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals Upholds professionalism and integrity

Experiences and Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Actuarial Science Mathematics Statistics or related field
• At least 10 years of actuarial work experience with minimum 3 years in a leadership role
• Fellow or near fellow of the Actuarial Society of the Philippines or Society of Actuaries is preferred
• Proficient in MS Office (including Power BI) and GGY AXIS is preferred

About Manulife and John Hancock

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