Actuarial Consultant Lead - Pension

Job description

Introduction Welcome to Gallagher in India — where expertise, technology, and purpose come together. Since 2006, Gallagher in India has supported global teams by delivering quality, service, and speed through deep expertise, smart technology, and specialized knowledge services. More than just an operations center, it’s a place where careers grow through collaboration, continuous learning, and purposeful work. We drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation so our teams can focus on serving clients.

If you enjoy solving problems and working with purpose, Gallagher is the place where you can grow and feel a sense of belonging.

Overview

Gallagher Center of Excellence is seeking to hire an Actuarial Consultant for FRS Actuarial. You will work on a variety of client service projects under the supervision of more experienced consultants and with appropriate client contact. These services include funding valuations, accounting disclosures and government forms. The primary focus of the Consultant is to “Check” the work efficiently and effectively.

How you'll make an impact Responsibilities

Reviews annual actuarial valuation reports, communicates key issues, and provides necessary guidance and coordinates decision points to signing actuary. Provides leadership and training to analysts and is generally responsible for the management of the client tasks. Prepare and support the review of government filings and regulatory deliverables, including Form 5500 schedules, PBGC filings, AFTAP certifications, and other compliance-related requirements.

Produce and review pension accounting disclosures and accounting results under applicable standards (e.g., ASC 715), including reconciliation of year-on-year movements and analysis of key drivers. Undertake quality reviews of work prepared by junior analysts, providing constructive feedback and escalating technical or data-related issues where appropriate. Collaborate with onshore consultants, project managers, and reviewers on more complex plans and assignments, taking increasing ownership of deliverables and supporting project coordination.

Support the training and development of junior team members through knowledge sharing, coaching, and guidance on actuarial processes, tools, and best practices. Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and standardisation initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and consistency across actuarial deliverables.‌ About you Qualifications Bachelor's degree; 6 to 10 years of relevant experience. Knowledge in relevant regulations where appropriate to role (e.g., state and federal benefits regulations, underwriting, benefit or insurance products).

Preferred

Professional accreditation as Associate, Society of Actuaries (ASA) and/or Fellow, Society of Actuaries (FSA), or Fellow of the IFoA (FIA or equivalent).

Behaviors

Demonstrates effective Client management skills Project management skills Communication skills Analytical skills Attention to detail Financial acumen Business acumen. Additional Information At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page. Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being Career development opportunities and ongoing learning A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.

If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)