Credit Modelling Actuary (Secondment)

United KingdomUnited Kingdom·EdinburghHybridmid
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Up to £95,000 depending upon experience, plus an indicative bonus range of 16% to 32%, private medical cover, 38 days annual leave, excellent pension, 12x salary life assurance, career breaks,

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In this role, you will support the Senior Actuary and Head of Credit Modelling in developing the Solvency II Internal Model approach for credit risk. You will work with teams across the business, including Asset Management, Risk and Finance, to identify, develop and implement methodology changes that enhance the capital efficiency of Standard Life’s Internal Model.

 

✓Ensure Standard Life’s credit risk internal model remains compliant with the internal actuarial framework and Solvency regulatory requirements.
✓Manage and oversee the annual credit model calibration and validation process, developing calibration proposals, securing governance approval and maintaining documentation to Solvency II standards.
✓Promote and embed the use of the credit risk capital model across the business, supporting effective decision-making and risk management
✓Collaborate with teams across the organisation to develop and implement capital methodologies for new asset classes and investment strategies, including significant model change initiatives.
✓Develop and enhance the calibration and application of credit capital intensity factors for investment and pricing activities, while educating stakeholders and governance committees on key credit risk developments.
✓Identify and deliver continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance capital efficiency, responding to emerging regulatory requirements, and owning the roadmap for minor model changes and future methodology developments.
  • Qualified actuary with knowledge of credit risk capital models, experience with capital modelling and rating methodology for illiquid assets
  • Strong knowledge of SII requirements and Internal Model methodologies
  • Knowledge of insurance and investment risk, capital management and their application within a life insurance environment. 
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to a range of audiences. 

  •  Ability to work collaboratively across teams to develop practical, commercially focused solutions. 

  •  A proactive approach to problem solving, continuous improvement and delivering business outcomes.

 

Desirable

  • Python, VBA experience

 

We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels accepted and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If your experience looks different from what we’ve advertised and you believe that you can bring value to the role, we’d love to hear from you. 

 If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can help you to be at your best. 

We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out.

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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
On-site at the office
Who can apply
GB

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Posted
October 12, 2026
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October 12, 2026
Last seen
October 12, 2026

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Credit Modelling Actuary (Secondment)