Reserving Actuary

Information

Deadline:
19 Apr 2026
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid
Location:
Nicosia
Industry:
Insurance Services
Category:
Actuary
Employment:
Full time
Vacancy ID:
CY 2613
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  • 2026-04-19
  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid
  • Location: Nicosia
  • Industry: Insurance Services
  • Category: Actuary
  • Employment: Full time
  • Vacancy ID: CY 2613

Cronje & Yiannas Actuaries and Consultants Ltd, on behalf of Hellas Direct, a dynamic and rapidly growing insurance company, is seeking to recruit a capable and driven Reserving Actuary to join its Actuarial team in Nicosia or Athens.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the company’s reserving function, playing a key role in supporting its expanding insurance operations and contributing to strategic decision-making. This position is critical in ensuring accurate claims projections, maintaining regulatory compliance, and enhancing cross-functional and external stakeholder communication. The role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitoring claims development across all lines of business on an ongoing basis, identifying trends and emerging issues
  • Producing monthly claims projections and projected ultimate analyses for all lines of business
  • Preparing and presenting reserving reports to senior management, the Board, and external stakeholders, clearly communicating technical findings to non-technical audiences
  • Ensuring reserving adequacy and supporting the reserves setting process in compliance with Solvency II, IFRS 17, and other regulatory requirements
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with Claims, Pricing, external Actuaries, external Auditors, and reinsurers to ensure alignment and effective information flow
  • Staying informed of operational changes, including claims processes, pricing strategies, and new product launches, assessing their impact on reserves
  • Advising on capital modelling and contributing to the company’s capital management framework
  • Supporting quarterly and year-end reporting cycles with accurate and timely actuarial input
  • Driving continuous improvement in reserving methodologies, systems, and processes

 

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Actuarial Science, or any other related field 
  • Qualified or nearly qualified
  • Minimum of four years’ experience in General Insurance reserving
  • Experience with Solvency II and IFRS 17 reporting frameworks 
  • Solid understanding of actuarial reserving techniques and best practices
  • Technical Skills:
  • Python programming experience for actuarial analysis and automation
    - Advanced data analysis capabilities, including statistical modeling and data manipulation
    - SQL proficiency for querying and managing large datasets
    - Advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex actuarial concepts into clear insights for diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and numerical capabilities with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving
  • A collaborative team player who can also work independently, demonstrating a proactive approach
  • Strong business acumen, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced scale-up environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in Greek and English
  • Nice to have:
    - Capital modelling experience and knowledge of Internal Models or Standard Formula approaches
    - Experience working with reinsurance structures and reinsurer reporting
    - Exposure to multiple lines of GI business (Motor, Property etc.)
    - Experience in a scale-up or high-growth insurance environment
    - Familiarity with regulatory reporting to supervisory authorities

 

Remuneration & Benefits

A competitive and attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, based on skills and qualifications, including:

  • Comprehensive medical insurance coverage
  • Provident fund with a 5% employer contribution
  • Opportunity to participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan after completing 2 years of employment
  • Employee discount on property insurance
  • 25 days of annual leave
  • Study package support
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements#
  • Opportunities for professional growth, career development, and expansion of knowledge
  • A professional, supportive, and friendly working environment

 

Applications:
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. Interested candidates may apply no later than Sunday, 19th of April 2026.

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