Actuarial Function Holder – Global Role
We are looking for an experienced actuary to take on the role of Actuarial Function Holder in accordance with Solvency II and Swedish regulation (FFFS 2015:8). This is a key control function within the company's second line of defence, with focus on oversight, governance, and independent advice to senior management and the Board.
The role is functionally accountable to the Board of Directors and subordinated to the Managing Director in accordance with regulatory requirements. It does not include operational or line responsibility and has no direct reports.
The position has a global scope, covering the EU-licensed insurance operations of the Swedish Head Office and Greek Office, as well as our four non-EU branches: Norway, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Key responsibilities include:
• Providing independent actuarial advice on technical provisions and reserving methodology
• Reporting to the Board and senior management on the adequacy and reliability of actuarial methods and data
• Collaborating with Risk, Finance, Claims and Underwriting while maintaining a second-line perspective
• Reviewing and advising on underwriting and reinsurance strategies
• Providing guidance on the overall Underwriting policy considering the company's risk appetite, historical performance and pricing strategy
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the risk management and governance framework
• As required, certify the accuracy of information provided to authorities
• Coordinate and be responsible for the quality of the calculation of the technical provision
Required qualifications:
• University degree or equivalent in actuarial science, mathematical statistics or a related discipline
• Fulfilment of the requirements for Actuarial Function Holders under FFFS 2015:8
• At least five years of relevant actuarial experience within the past nine years
• Proficiency in Swedish sufficient to understand applicable regulatory frameworks and supervisory expectations
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
Desirable qualifications and experience:
• Experience in marine insurance, including Hull & Machinery (H&M), Protection & Indemnity (P&I), and Freight, Demurrage & Defence (FD&D)
• Familiarity with reserving models and reinsurance structuring in a non-life insurance context
• Understanding of Solvency II governance expectations, particularly for key control functions
• Experience from working in international or multi-branch insurance operations
Personal qualities:
We are looking for someone with high professional integrity and strong analytical judgement. You are confident working independently, capable of forming well-grounded and impartial conclusions, and comfortable advising senior stakeholders. You have excellent communication skills, can explain complex matters clearly and engagingly, and value cross-functional collaboration in a diverse international setting.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications along with CVs by no later than 24 August 2025. For further information, please contact Britta Patriksson, Director Human Resources, at britta.patriksson@swedishclub.com
- Department
- Head office Gothenburg
- Locations
- Gothenburg

Gothenburg
How do we work?
Professionalism and passion drive our employees.
The Club's all-in-one offering includes: Protection & Indemnity (P&I), Freight, Demurrage and Defence (FD&D), Energy & Offshore, Kidnap & Ransom, Hull & Machinery (H&M), War Risks and additional insurance that is required.
Our employees are:
- Proactive - we respond in a forward-thinking manner, focusing on cost efficient solutions.
- Reliable - through honest and fair treatment we gain confidence and secure continuity.
- Highly committed - our service is based on respect and professionalism, and we build and develop relationships of mutual benefit for the long term.
About The Swedish Club
The Swedish Club, founded by shipowners, is today a leading mutual insurance company owned and controlled by its members. The Club writes Protection & Indemnity (P&I), Freight, Demurrage & Defence (FD&D), Hull & Machinery (H&M), Hull Interests, Loss of Hire, War Risks and any additional insurance required by shipowners or charterers. It also writes Loss of Hire for Mobile Offshore Units and FPSOs.
The head office is in Gothenburg, Sweden, and branch offices are in Oslo, London, Athens, Oslo, Hong Kong, and Singapore.