Actuarial Manager

Posted on: 14/05/2025 - Application Deadline: 06/06/2025

Are you ready to chart your own career path? At SJP, we need talented individuals like yourself to support our evolving culture. If you're seeking an employer passionate about excellence, innovation, and autonomy, SJP could be the right place for you.

At a glance:

Location: Cirencester Office

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Employment Type: Permanent

Seniority: Mid-Senior Level

The role:

The Group Products Division develops and oversees the suite of products and services available to clients of St. James's Place, ensuring they are fairly priced, support business growth, and deliver good client outcomes.

The main purpose of the role is to provide actuarial expertise and product technical support to stakeholders across SJP and on projects, as well as overseeing and guiding Actuarial Specialists and Analysts in the Division.

• Support Division Leads on large and cross-business projects as a Subject Matter Expert, such as launching new products or implementing regulatory changes.
• Lead small to medium-sized projects, such as enhancing investment propositions and tools.
• Oversee and review work of Actuarial Specialists and Analysts to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure accuracy of illustrations, terms, conditions, and product documentation.
• Provide technical and actuarial support on areas like Capital Gains Tax, Critical Yield Calculations, and product functionality.
• Maintain relationships with internal teams and third-party providers.
• Provide figures and analysis to support business decisions.

We seek a collaborative, analytical professional with strong attention to detail, capable of supporting projects, ensuring accuracy, and providing technical guidance.

• Qualified or nearly qualified actuary with experience in financial services or related regions.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and leading teams.
• Proven ability to lead small and medium projects and support larger initiatives as a Subject Matter Expert.
• Expertise in product technical and actuarial support, including financial projections and modelling.
• Understanding of the financial services environment to make confident recommendations.
• Effective communicator of technical content to diverse audiences.

Special Requirements:

This role is based in Cirencester with a hybrid working approach, requiring regular office attendance.

What's in it for you?

We offer competitive rewards including a discretionary annual bonus, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with optional additional days), and an online rewards platform. Benefits also include:

• Parental leave (28 weeks full pay)
• Private medical insurance (optional)
• Non-contributory pension (10%, increasing with service)

Reasonable Adjustments

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to accessibility and inclusion. Please contact us at if you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

What's next?

If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience, please apply below. Our team will contact you. As a regulated business, we advise familiarising yourself with conduct regulations and consumer duty obligations before an interview.