Valuation Lead

This role is a key leadership position within Cigna’s European Actuarial team, which is engaged in a diverse range of actuarial functions including reserving, pricing, and statutory reporting. The position reports directly to the Head of Valuation.

The primary objective of this role is to spearhead the reserving process and support both local and corporate statutory reporting for Cigna’s International Organisations business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles under Belgian GAAP, US GAAP, and Solvency II frameworks for the IO business, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage and mentor a team of at least two actuarial professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Conduct rigorous technical reviews and provide strategic oversight of reserving outcomes.
• Guide the team in delivering in-depth analysis and actionable insights to support business decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in reserving methodologies and processes.
• Communicate complex actuarial results effectively to senior management, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to broader statutory reporting initiatives across the actuarial team.
• Lead regular experience studies and recommend robust, data-driven valuation assumptions.
• Champion process enhancements and cultivate a culture of operational excellence.
• Promote a balanced work environment and support professional development within the team.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on reserving practices and provide actuarial input to cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Fully qualified actuary (FIA/FFA or equivalent) with a minimum of 4 years’ experience; Part qualified actuaries with Reserving experience will also be considered.
• Proven technical expertise in actuarial reserving, particularly in health insurance.
• Proficiency in Prophet or equivalent actuarial modeling software.
• Demonstrated experience with Solvency II and US GAAP reporting frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Technical Competencies

• Deep understanding of Solvency II, US GAAP, and Health/Life insurance reserving principles.
• Exceptional documentation and reporting capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.

Non-Technical Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; adept at engaging with cross-functional teams.
• Effective time management and prioritization for both self and team.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to broader actuarial initiatives.

About Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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