FP&A Analyst

Job Description | FP&A and Actuarial Analyst
Reports to: FP&A and Actuarial Director
Location: Paris, France or London, United Kingdom

About MAXIS GBN
MAXIS GBN was co-founded in 1998 by MetLife and AXA, two of the largest and most trusted insurance companies in the world. In 2016, MAXIS GBN became a joint venture and established itself in London with offices at Monument where we employ an international team of 100 staff, with another 90 based in eight countries around the world.
At MAXIS GBN, we work with multinational companies to help them deliver employee benefits (EB) to their staff around the world. We are a market leader in the global EB space, offering global pooled and captive solutions as well as comprehensive wellness packages.
We do this through working with a network of local insurance companies (members) in more than 100 markets globally. More than 80% of our member insurers are owned by MetLife or AXA, the other 20% are independent local insurers – all are experts in their markets and help us to find the right solutions for the local offices of multinationals and their employees based there.
Our London headquarters houses support services from global marketing to finance to client reporting and underwriting while working with colleagues based in offices in locations across Europe, the USA and Asia.

Summary of Responsibilities
The FP&A and Actuarial Analyst is responsible for supporting the financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis processes to drive strategic decision-making within the company. This role involves analysing financial data, preparing reports, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:
• Run quarterly profitability analysis on MAXIS portfolio
• Perform analysis to compare actual results against budgets and forecasts
• Analyse key financial metrics, operational KPIs, and business drivers
• Conduct forecasting and historical series analysis to propose corrective actions to specific technical issues detected in the portfolio, in full alignment with other technical departments
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial modelling and scenario analysis
• Conduct ad-hoc deep-dive financial analysis to support decision-making
• Calculate and review reserves for outstanding claims and policy liabilities
• Development and management of technical features of MAXIS products
• Support in the relationship with AXA / MetLife about technical initiatives

Required Competencies
• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Statistics or equivalent discipline
• 2-3 years of experience in FP&A or actuarial role, equivalently 1-2 years of experience in a top-tier consulting firm. Any other relevant position is considered
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• Familiarity with programming languages (Python, R) is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
• Detail oriented and proactive approach
• Willingness to work and ambition to grow in a dynamic and international environment
• Quick learner, proactive and enthusiast
• Fluency in English is required, French or any other language is a plus