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Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.
Job Description:
NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.
Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing individual to join our Actuarial & Risk Modelling team. Our team offers assurance and consulting services in the following areas:
- Pensions actuarial advice in relation to DB pension schemes
- Derivative and financial instrument valuation
- Redress and remediation support for a range of financial institutions including pension schemes and retail lenders
- Financial risk modelling
The successful applicant should be a qualified actuary or otherwise have the relevant technical skills to be a trusted subject matter expert in at least one of these areas. Individuals with pensions experience would be particularly desirable but we would be interested in candidates who are versatile and enthusiastic about applying their skills in multiple areas.
However, this is more than just a technical role and the successful applicant should have the drive to go beyond simply applying their skills They will have the opportunity to play an active role in shaping our team in terms of its overall direction and strategy, how we win and deliver our work and how we support our people.
We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.
A look into the role
As a Manager within our Actuarial and Risk Modelling team you will:
- Lead from the front in regards to delivering high quality and efficient client work
- Take responsibility for developing more junior members, understanding their career aspirations and supporting in their delivery.
- Be a proactive team member, generating ideas and seeking opportunities to optimise team performance
Knowing you’re right for us
As a Manager in our Actuarial and Risk Modelling team it would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.
- Nearly qualified or qualified actuary or equivalent experience
- DB pensions experience and / or experience valuing financial derivatives
- Experience managing multiple internal or external stakeholders and working within set project timeframes
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and exceed client expectations
- Comfortable monitoring junior team members works and coaching/career development
- Good networking skills for both internal and external team development
- Flexibility to adapt your role as required to meet the needs of a growing team
Knowing we’re right for you
Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.
Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.
The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society.
It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.
We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.
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What We Do
What does business need now? An adviser that offers a different experience. A better experience. One that delivers technical expertise and a service that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That’s Grant Thornton.
We are the UK member firm of a global network that employs 58,000 people in 135 countries. We combine global scale with local insight and understanding to give you the assurance, tax, and advisory services you need to realise your ambitions.
We go beyond business as usual, so you can too. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships. Whether you’re growing in one market or many, you consistently get a great service you can trust. We work at a pace that matters – yours – bringing both flexibility and rigour. We celebrate fresh thinking and diverse perspectives to bring you proactive insights and positive progress.
Success tomorrow starts with making the right decisions today, which is why we match proactive insights to practical applications. Working closely with regulators, funders and standard setting bodies to help instil trust and integrity in markets. We’re committed to sustainable growth through positive progress. So, no matter the road ahead, you’re being guided by the right decisions.
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