Actuarial Analyst

A new transformational adventure awaits you… 

How does 5 weeks of annual leave, a fulfilling career you'll genuinely enjoy, and working for a reputable organization that promotes wellbeing and drives digital transformation sound to you?

As one of Forbes 2024 ‘World’s Best Employers’ and Fortune’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ for 2025, Zurich - a leader in the insurance industry, is on a journey towards a brighter future… A brighter future for you - focused on your career, your wellbeing, and your community - as well as our customers and the planet.

Join us on this thrilling journey as we work towards our vision of becoming Australia's leading digital insurer. If you're eager to be part of a values-driven global organisation that's experiencing real growth and transformation, and if you share our commitment to making a tangible difference and taking continuous steps towards a sustainable future for our people, customers, communities, and our planet, then keep reading!

Let’s create a brighter future together, let’s make a difference  

It’s important to know, what you do matters. At Zurich, we don’t just cover, we care.

As an Actuarial Pricing Analyst in our General Insurance business, you will help shape pricing decisions that support profitable growth and better outcomes for our customers, brokers and partners. This role sits close to portfolio, underwriting and actuarial teams, using data, technical insight and commercial judgement to guide decisions across Zurich’s products.

You will also play an Important role in strengthening portfolio performance, improving pricing models and supporting a culture of continuous improvement as Zurich continues to evolve as a leading digital insurer.

You will also be responsible for the following:

• Provide pricing and underwriting advice that supports portfolio growth and profitability objectives
• Assist with pricing recommendations, rating methodology, segment relativities and return on equity analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting and business planning through models, data and portfolio insights
• Monitor claims experience, performance indicators and value drivers to identify trends and opportunities
• Help identify profitable and underperforming segments and share insights with underwriting and distribution teams
• Improve model pricing, data quality and reporting practices in line with Zurich standards and policies

Important to your success – let’s grow together

You will bring curiosity, care and a strong analytical mindset to the role. You will enjoy working with others, building trusted relationships and turning complex information into clear insights that help teams make confident decisions.

To be successful, you will have the following:

• A degree in Actuarial Studies, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical capability using statistical, actuarial or data driven techniques.
• Proficiency in Excel and programming tools such as Python, R or SAS.
• Sound attention to detail with a strong focus on quality, accuracy and data integrity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
• Commercial awareness of the general insurance industry, with a customer focused and growth minded approach.

Belong. Zurich is here to support you 

There are so many reasons why Zurich is a great place to be and the right choice for you, but here are just a few.

• Enjoy 5 weeks of annual leave for permanent staff through our Z leave initiative, along with 15 days of personal/carer’s leave as we empower our people to manage their own wellbeing. Plus, access to Family Care (parental leave).
• Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement – 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home per week for full-time employees.
• Access programs to stay healthy and feel healthier, receive an AUD$500 wellbeing payment per year, and a AUD$295 new starter e-voucher for your work-from-home setup (flex work - hybrid working), along with other great benefits through our Shine portal.
• Grow and thrive in your career with our award-winning training programs. We support and encourage your development because our strength lies in our people, and we value your individuality.
• Work with global, diverse, and inclusive teams; explore your passions, fuel innovation, drive equity, collaborate, and make a positive difference beyond your role.
• Take advantage of global mobility opportunities across more than 200 countries worldwide.
• Volunteer and work in our state-of-the-art Green Star rated offices (when you are in the office) and dress for your day.
• We plant a tree for every new employee.
• Not to mention our various employer of choice awards/memberships – WGEA; Family Inclusive Workplace; Gold AWEI Employer, Pride in Diversity… to name a few.

We could go on, but the main point is that Zurich is a great place to be, where you can truly belong, be yourself, maintain work/life balance, and thrive in a supportive environment.

Zurich is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair and accessible for all candidates. If you require any special accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, we encourage you to please let us know at the time of your application.  

So, if you want to come on an adventure that will build a brighter future together, and feel a sense of togetherness, then please apply today to start your adventure!