Actuarial Intern - 1 Year Placement

Actuarial Intern - 1 Year Placement

Pacific Life Re - Actuarial 1 Year Placement (London)

Are you a curious, analytical thinker with a passion for problem-solving? Do you want to work with one of the world's leading reinsurance companies and make a real impact from day one? Join Pacific Life Re's Actuarial Placement Programme and gain a year of hands-on experience working alongside some of the best minds in the industry - all while building the foundations for a future actuarial career.

About Us

At Pacific Life Re, we're not your typical insurance company. We're part of the global Pacific Life family, with over 150 years of experience and a forward-thinking approach to risk, innovation, and technology. We support clients across Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America with cutting-edge reinsurance solutions in Life, Critical Illness, Income Protection, Longevity and Capital Solutions. We value fresh ideas, creative problem-solvers, and people who ask "why not?" just as much as "why."

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for ambitious university students in their penultimate year of study, ready to take on a year-long industrial placement in our London office. This placement is your opportunity to explore a future in the actuarial profession while contributing meaningfully to real projects. You'll thrive here if you are:

• Great with numbers and enjoy working with data
• A strong team player who likes solving problems collaboratively
• A clear communicator with excellent written and verbal English
• Someone who brings energy, curiosity, and a willingness to learn

Entry Requirements

Minimum A grade in Maths at 'A' level (or equivalent)

In your penultimate year of university and on track for a 2:1 or above in a STEM degree

Existing permanent Legal Right to Work in the UK; we are not offering sponsorship for this position.

What You'll Get

Real experience, real responsibility – You'll be working on meaningful projects that contribute to our business and support our clients.

Support to grow – Learn from experienced actuaries, receive mentoring, and discover what an actuarial career looks like in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

A foot in the door – Many of our placement students go on to join us as graduates. Plus, you'll enjoy:

• A competitive salary
• Hybrid working (with dedicated time in the office to collaborate and build connections)
• A friendly, supportive culture that genuinely values diversity, inclusion, and fresh thinking

Our Culture

At Pacific Life Re, we believe that our people are our biggest strength. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive. Our culture of Diversity & Inclusion means you'll be supported to bring your whole self to work, every day. We also believe that flexible working is key to doing your best work – but equally, we know the power of coming together in person to learn, grow, and connect.

Key Dates

Application Deadline: 18 October 2026

Assessment Centre (London office): 10 November 2026

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Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees)

• Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days
• Adoption and fertility leave
• Generous enhanced parental leave
• Healthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents
• Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary
• Optical benefits
• Savings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributions
• Wellness Subsidized gym membership
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Time off for volunteering
• Charitable matching of employee donations

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.

Pacific Life Re Values

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At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.

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