Senior Actuary

Permanent - Wellington or Auckland

• Provide expert actuarial insight that influences business decisions and Scheme performance.
• Lead significant projects, mentor others and shape actuarial best practice.
• Competitive salary and industry-leading benefits including 9% superannuation.

About us | Mō mātou

ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

As a Senior Actuary within ACC's Actuarial Services team, you will provide high quality analysis, insight and thought leadership that enables informed decision making across the organisation.

You will lead complex actuarial modelling, forecasting, risk assessment and strategic analysis to support ACC's long-term sustainability and performance.

Working alongside senior leaders and key stakeholders, you'll provide advice that turns technical information into meaningful business outcomes while contributing to injury prevention, recovery support and keeping Kiwis safe at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

This senior-level role offers the opportunity to lead significant programmes of work, mentor others and shape the future of actuarial practice within one of New Zealand's most important public service organisations.

The appointing salary for this role is between $193,771 and $213,148 based on experience. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme (9% contribution) with features like no mandatory employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance.

About you | Mōu
You will bring:

• Fellow of the New Zealand Society of Actuaries and an active member of relevant actuarial societies.
• Significant actuarial experience within insurance, consulting or a comparable analytical environment.
• Expertise in actuarial modelling, forecasting, liability valuation, pricing and risk analysis.
• Experience delivering strategic insight that supports business outcomes and decision making.
• Strong programming and analytical skills, including experience with SAS, Excel and data analysis tools.
• Proven project leadership capability and experience managing complex work programmes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement capability.
• A commitment to coaching, mentoring and developing others.
• A collaborative, accountable and customer-focused approach.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC
At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work.

Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to Wednesday 23 September 2026 1159pm, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.

Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email [email protected] quoting the Job Identification number 1007272.