Manila, PHL
13 days ago
Actuarial Valuation Analyst
**The Role** Excellence + Prepare valuations of pension plans and retiree welfare plans for consulting offices + Respond to queries from consultants with respect to plan provisions and valuation results and resolve/escalate any problems or issues + Complete work in accordance with accounting standards and government regulations applicable to the plan + Utilize detailed tasks and steps to produce quality projects + Complete analysis and reconciliations of plan participant data + Reconcile plan assets + Manages the timeline for some small projects or components of larger projects. + Performs technical review of standard/complex projects. + Identifies and communicates technical/analytical issues to project teams. + Supervises new hires and less-experienced associates on project basis. + Allocates/co-ordinates work among project hires, interns and new associates + Actively participate in team and project planning and suggests improvements based on observed best practices. + Serve as primary doer and liaise effectively with consultants and actuaries regarding data collection and project execution required for global accounting consolidation projects + Prepare the first draft of deliverables for review by the consultant in accordance to project deadlines People + Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams + Demonstrate natural ease and effectiveness when dealing with associates in other Towers Watson offices + Provides (ongoing) on-the-job training to project hires, interns and junior associates on routine projects, including basic tools, issues and concepts. + Mentors and manages junior associates in regards to budgets, timelines and Excellence standards. + Act as feedback provider on performance review of junior associates and new associates for regularization. Clients + Work with Project Leader to ensure that each project is completed on time and meets quality standards + Respond to all requests and communications effectively and efficiently + Identifies and leads communication with consulting team on project results, providing analysis of results, potential issues and responding to inquiries. Financial + Meet chargeable hours targets + Contribute to profitability by preparing project budgets, monitoring own time spent on project and maintaining accurate time records + Ensures projects are consistently correct, on-time and within budget. Notifies project manager of potential write-offs and identifies need to modify scope on a project to address unanticipated issues. + Increase efficiency within teams by identifying ways to improve processes + Allocates/co-ordinates work among project hires, interns and new associates + Actively participate in team and project planning and suggests improvements based on observed best practices. **The Requirements** + Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in a program with heavy emphasis on mathematics, statistics or engineering + Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply + Or those with at least 2 years of work experience in a Senior Actuarial role + Proven mathematical aptitude + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) + Previous defined benefit pension experience required + Well organized and detail oriented, effective time management skills + Strong written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to interact with colleagues at all levels + Strong analytical and integrative skills including the ability to draw conclusions and identify trends from data in a logical, systemic way + Ability to ask the right questions and seek help where appropriate, good problem solving + Strong client service orientation + Ability to apply newly acquired knowledge to future assignments + Ability to work both independently and on client teams + Sense of accountability and ability to display initiative in self development + Actuarial exams/designation, a plus **WTW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**
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