National AI Awards 2025Discover AI's trailblazers! Join us to celebrate innovation and nominate industry leaders.

Nominate & Attend

Actuarial Analyst

Hastings Direct
London
1 year ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Senior Data Scientist

Pricing Manager (Data Scientist) - Remote

Actuarial Analyst

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We’re looking for an Actuarial Analyst to assist in the identification and creation of cutting-edge data assets and predictive models that feed into Hastings’ market-leading pricing activities.

Our Actuarial Analysts apply innovative predictive modelling techniques to solve real-world business challenges, working closely with and learning from recognised experts in designing and implementing market leading insurance solutions across multiple product lines.

We're passionate about data, modelling and innovation and this role will give you the opportunity to work alongside talented analytical experts and senior leaders. They will support, guide, and push you beyond your comfort zone to help forge your career in this highly competitive skill set and industry.

This role is within a combined team of Actuaries and Data Scientists championing the adoption of the latest machine learning (ML) techniques to leverage powerful insights from vast amounts of customer information.

What you will do;

Create and maintain analytical tools to support in the management of our risk portfolio.

Develop best in-class models to predict claims outcomes, fraud and other risk KPIs.

Engineer powerful new rating factors to be deployed into our rating algorithms.

Identify, analyse and monetise new data sources.

What we’re looking for;

Undergraduate degree in mathematics/statistics or a similarly numerical subject

Undertaking actuarial exams, with the ambition to qualify as a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) or equivalent professional body recognised by the IFoA’s mutual recognition agreement

1-3 years experience building predictive models in an insurance environment

Keen interest in emerging ML techniques and their commercial value.

Proficiency in SQL and experience using Python or R

Reward

Salary– Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year)Flexible Working– We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings’ performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.Physical Wellbeing– We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that’s why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan.Financial Wellbeing– As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost you, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes – discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.Mental Wellbeing Programme- At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that’s why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needsThere's more!– 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period.

Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.

We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart.


Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

Job posting end date:

03/07/2024

National AI Awards 2025

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

How to Present AI Models to Non-Technical Audiences: A Public Speaking Guide for Job Seekers

In today’s competitive job market, AI professionals are expected to do more than just build brilliant algorithms—they must also explain them clearly to stakeholders who may have no technical background. Whether you're applying for a role as a machine learning engineer, data scientist, or AI consultant, your ability to articulate complex models in simple terms is fast becoming one of the most valued soft skills in interviews and on the job. This guide will help you master the art of public speaking for AI roles, offering tips on structuring presentations, designing effective slides, and using storytelling to make your work resonate with any audience.

AI Jobs UK 2025: 50 Companies Hiring Now

Bookmark this guide – we refresh it every quarter so you always know who’s really scaling their artificial‑intelligence teams. Artificial intelligence hiring has roared back in 2025. The UK’s boosted National AI Strategy funding, record‑breaking private investment (£18.1 billion so far) & a fresh wave of generative‑AI product launches mean employers are jockeying for data scientists, ML engineers, MLOps specialists, AI product managers, prompt engineers & applied researchers. Below are 50 organisations that have advertised UK‑based AI vacancies in the past eight weeks or formally announced growth plans. They’re grouped into five easy‑scan categories so you can jump straight to the kind of employer – & culture – that suits you. For each company you’ll find: Main UK hub Example live or recent vacancy Why it’s worth a look (tech stack, culture, mission) Use the internal links to browse current vacancies on ArtificialIntelligenceJobs.co.uk – or set up a free job alert so fresh roles land in your inbox.

Return-to-Work Pathways: Relaunch Your AI Career with Returnships, Flexible & Hybrid Roles

Stepping back into the workplace after a career break can feel like embarking on a whole new journey—especially in a cutting-edge field such as artificial intelligence (AI). For parents and carers, the challenge isn’t just refreshing your technical know-how but also securing a role that respects your family commitments. Fortunately, the UK’s tech sector now boasts a wealth of return-to-work programmes—from formal returnships to flexible and hybrid opportunities. These pathways are designed to bridge the gap, equipping you with refreshed skills, confidence and a supportive network. In this comprehensive guide, you’ll discover how to: Understand the booming demand for AI talent in the UK Leverage transferable skills honed during your break Overcome common re-entry challenges Build your AI skillset with targeted training Tap into returnship and re-entry programmes Find flexible, hybrid and full-time AI roles that suit your lifestyle Balance professional growth with caring responsibilities Master applications, interviews and networking Whether you’re returning after maternity leave, eldercare duties or another life chapter, this article will equip you with practical steps, resources and insider tips.