Pensions-Actuarial Manager

The opportunity

As a member of our People Consulting (PC) retirement actuarial team, you'll be part of a dedicated group of professionals serving a diverse range of U.S. and global clients. Our team is known for its technical depth and service delivery excellence, which sets EY apart in the industry. When you join as a Manager, you play a crucial role in our mission to create a better working world. You'll apply your knowledge and skills to help clients achieve their business goals, while also growing professionally and enjoying the rewards of delivering high-quality, impactful work.

The Manager will lead teams of  assistant managers, seniors, and staff supporting U.S. retirement plan engagements. This role blends technical expertise, team leadership, and cross-border collaboration, offering a dynamic environment for growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and manage teams of actuarial professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance input to help team members grow and succeed.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture aligned with EY values.

Engagement Delivery

• Oversee the execution of actuarial work for U.S. retirement plan engagements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
• Manage project workflows, delegate tasks effectively, and monitor progress against deadlines and quality standards.
• Provide responsive and reliable support to internal EY teams and client-facing professionals, contributing to deliverables and communications with professionalism and technical insight.

Collaborate with U.S. Teams

• Coordinate closely with U.S. engagement leaders to align on priorities, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Communicate proactively to resolve issues, share updates, and ensure seamless cross-border collaboration.
• Participate in planning discussions, contribute to process improvements, and support proposal development and pricing for new client opportunities.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 8+ years of U.S. actuarial retirement experience
• Proven leadership experience managing actuarial teams
• Relevant credential preferred, such Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) or Enrolled Actuary (EA)
• Deep expertise in ProVal and Microsoft Excel
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural collaboration skills

What we look for

Were seeking a retirement actuary energized by diverse and impactful work. This role offers a wide range of opportunities—from supporting financial statement disclosure reviews with our Assurance practice, to working on valuations and post-merger integrations with our Strategy and Transactions practice. You’ll handle complex pension valuations, assess retirement and benefit plan risks, and develop tailored solutions for our clients. If you're looking for a role that offers variety, leadership, and the chance to make a meaningful impact, this is the opportunity for you.