People Consulting-Actuarial Services-Services Manager

People Consulting (PC) – HR Actuarial Services – Services Manager

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

The opportunity

As a member of our People Consulting (PC) retirement actuarial team, you'll be part of a dedicated group of professionals serving a diverse range of US and global clients. Our team is known for its technical acumen and deep service delivery experience, which sets EY apart in the industry. When you join as a PC Services Manager, you play a crucial role in our mission to create a better working world. You'll apply your knowledge and skills to help clients achieve their business goals, while also growing professionally and enjoying the rewards of delivering high-quality, impactful work.

Your key responsibilities

• Review of pension valuations, vendor assessments, benefits design/cost studies, transaction due diligence and/or various government reports for a variety of clients
• Review work of junior staff and sign memorandums as a specialist in required annual audits
• Participate in advisory client meetings and work within a team environment with company valuations and post-merger integration services to deliver fully integrated benefits services to clients
• Contribute to business development and client pursuit activities by preparing proposals and delivering presentations for potential and existing clients
• Review non-discrimination testing requirements of the IRS for retirement plans
• Contribute to client satisfaction by providing timely and effective responses to client needs and concerns
• Encourage and facilitate collaboration amongst team members, and promote an inclusive working environment

Skills and attributes for success

Some key capabilities you should be prepared to bring to your projects include:

• Proficient in planning and execution across multiple high-priority projects
• Instills a culture of accountability and exceptional time management within the team
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, research and communication skills
• Coordinates client relationship strategies and guides the team in understanding and managing client expectations

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree with a concentration in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or Statistics
• Five to ten years of work experience
• An actuarial certification (Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) or Enrolled Actuary (EA))
• Flexibility and willingness to travel as well as work in excess of standard hours when necessary
• Proficiency with more advanced features in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience in reviewing and thorough knowledge of pension funding calculations and financial statement disclosures, including accounting for significant events under US GAAP or:
  • experience with cost analysis for health and welfare plans
  • experience with benefits vendor management
  • experience with HR aspects of financial Due Diligence thorough the full life cycle of an acquisition
  • experience with international benefits plan management and design
  • experience with retirement plan financial management/derisking

What we look for

We are looking for a retirement actuary driven by the prospect of diverse and impactful work. This role is unique due to the wide range of opportunities it presents. You'll contribute to review of financial statement disclosures while working with members of our Assurance practice, engage in a variety of projects to help companies with valuations and post-merger integrations with members of our Strategy and Transactions practice, handle complex pension valuations, and assess retirement and benefit plan risks and develop solutions for our clients. If you're looking for a position that offers variety and the chance to stand out in your field, this is the ideal role for you.