Head of Research & Development

# Head of Research & DevelopmentHead of Research & DevelopmentSalary£NegotiableLocationDublin City Centre, North Wall, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, IrelandContractPermanentIndustryLife Insurance ContactNaomi a small, growing actuarial R&D team in life reinsurance, driving innovative pricing and model development. Influence new business basis, provide expert support on complex transactions, and act as a thought leader internally and externally. Lead, coach, and inspire your team while shaping strategy and ensuring best practice across the business. About the Job Lead a small, growing actuarial R&D team in life reinsurance. Develop and maintain pricing bases for mortality, morbidity, and longevity. Advise on complex transactions and large-scale actuarial models. Act as a thought leader internally and externally through workshops and industry events. Set strategy for the R&D team and ensure best practice across all projects. Peer review models and support valuation basis development across multiple markets. About You Qualified actuary with proven leadership and coaching skills. Deep technical expertise in actuarial modelling, experience studies, and pricing bases. Skilled in complex problem-solving, data analysis, and tools like R, Python, SQL, and Prophet. Strategic thinker with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proactive, curious, and up to date on trends in mortality, morbidity, and medical advances. Able to balance multiple priorities while driving results with high standards. Hybrid working model for flexibility between home and office. Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive pension. Robust learning and development opportunities. Supportive wellbeing initiatives for work-life balance. Opportunity to lead innovation, influence strategy, and shape the future of the business. Exposure to international markets and cutting-edge actuarial research. Next Steps Apply now or reach out to to learn more.