Senior Associate, Actuarial (IFRS17)

Bowtie Life Insurance

  • Wan Chai District, Hong Kong
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Role SummaryBowtie’s mission is to make insurance good again and our vision is to build a category-defining health insurance company.We are seeking a Senior Actuarial Associate to actively participate in the implementation of IFRS 17 within our organization. The ideal candidate will assist in developing actuarial models, validating data, and ensuring compliance with the new accounting standard. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.Your Key Responsibilities Include: * IFRS 17 Implementation:
  • Actively participating in the design, testing, and validation of actuarial models for IFRS 17 compliance (for both PAA & GMM measurement models).
  • Perform technical analysis and contribute to solution development for reserving, valuation, and reporting processes.
  • Support the integration of IFRS 17 requirements into existing actuarial systems (e.g., Prophet, AXIS, or other valuation tools).
  • Actuarial Modeling & Analysis:
  • Develop and refine cash flow projections, discounting methodologies, and risk adjustment calculations under IFRS 17.
  • Validate data quality and perform sensitivity testing on key assumptions.
  • Assist in the calculation of Contractual Service Margin (CSM) and liability balances.
  • Data & Process Improvement:
  • Work closely with IT and data teams to ensure accurate data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) for IFRS 17 reporting.
  • Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for actuarial software updates.
  • Reporting & Documentation:
  • Prepare detailed documentation of methodologies, assumptions, and controls for audit and regulatory purposes.
  • Generate and analyze IFRS 17 financial disclosures for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assist in drafting reports for senior management and auditors.
  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Work with finance, accounting, and actuarial teams to align IFRS 17 outputs with financial statements.
  • Support training and knowledge-sharing sessions for junior team members.
  • Stay updated on industry developments and regulatory guidance related to IFRS 17.
About you
  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or a related field.
  • Certifications: Progress toward actuarial qualification (ASA, CAS, or equivalent). IFRS 17-specific training is a plus.
  • Experience:
  • 3-5+ years of actuarial experience in insurance (Life, P&C, or Reinsurance).
  • Exposure to reserving, valuation, or financial reporting under IFRS, US GAAP, or Solvency II.
  • Hands-on experience with actuarial modeling software (e.g., Prophet, AXIS, R, Python, or SQL).
  • Familiarity with data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx) is a plus.
  • Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
And, the following qualifications are preferred but not essential
  • Previous involvement in an IFRS 17 or LDTI implementation project.
  • Knowledge of insurance accounting standards beyond IFRS 17 (e.g., IFRS 9, Solvency II).
We OfferApart from a great career path and an opportunity to do good and do well, we also offer:
  • Competitive package
  • Flexible work arrangement
  • Benefits include medical/ dental coverage and wellness programs
  • Employee discounts
  • Fun, co-operative, and flexible startup culture
  • Weekly sharing sessions and regular social gatherings
  • Excellent learning opportunities with Professional Development Sponsorship
About BowtieWe are the first licensed virtual insurer (虛擬保險公司) in Hong Kong.We believe that insurance is fundamentally good, and we are here to bring the good back through our passionate, innovative, and customer-centric team.By combining our deep domain expertise and our own proprietary modern technology, we are building one of the most iconic, category-defining health insurance companies in Asia.We take pride in moving fast all the time and our in moving ahead in the game. Our digital insurance platform is also in Sia Partners' 2023 report.As we grow, we're always looking for highly dynamic, hands-on, and passionate talent to join our team. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you will grow together with strong talents from different backgrounds and build products and services that bring a positive impact on the lives of millions of people in Hong Kong / Asia, apply to our opening today!Information collected will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.The company will retain all applications no longer than 24 months of which will be destroyed thereafter.We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, disability, or family status in the employment process.Our purpose is simple - we are here to bring back the good of insurance: protecting people and their families.By combining our deep domain expertise and our modern proprietary technology, we strive to provide better insurance products and world-class insurance experience to the public.In the past 4+ years, we have been providing a wide range of medical coverage to the Hong Kong public. Our sum assured has exceeded US$5 Billion.‍Let's continue to deliver a better insurance experience for all.Let's Make Insurance Good Again.

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