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  • Chief Actuary
    Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA Company Overview:  We are currently representing a leading firm in the Defined Benefit pension space seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Actuary to join their...
    Salary
    $225000 - $270000 per annum
    Location(s)
    North America
    Type
    Permanent
  • Senior Actuarial Analyst - Property & Casualty Insurance
    Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA Company Overview:  We are currently representing a leading player in the Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance sector seeking a talented Senior Actuarial Analyst to...
    Salary
    $110000 - $160000 per annum
    Location(s)
    North America
    Type
    Permanent
  • Business Development Manager
    Do you thrive on building relationships and driving sales growth? A highly regarded Financial Services firm are looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to join their team and promote...
    Salary
    £60000 - £80000 per annum
    Location(s)
    Yorkshire and The Humber
    Type
    Permanent
  • Associate Actuary
    Location: New Jersey, USA Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and analytical Associate Actuary to support our client's actuarial team in New Jersey. The successful candidate will play a key...
    Salary
    $130000 - $170000 per annum
    Location(s)
    North America
    Type
    Permanent
  • Director & Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) Actuary
    Location: New York, USA Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director & Pension Risk Transfer Actuary to lead our client's strategic initiatives related to pension de-risking...
    Salary
    $190000 - $270000 per annum
    Location(s)
    North America
    Type
    Permanent
  • Pension Risk Transfer Actuary (PRT)
    Location: Texas, USA  Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Pension Risk Transfer Actuary to play a pivotal role in our client's strategic initiatives related to pension de-risking and...
    Salary
    $160000 - $240000 per annum
    Location(s)
    North America
    Type
    Permanent

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Constructed from up to date and accurate market data, our bespoke calculator looks at some of the nuances of qualifications, experience, fee income, and client segmentation to give you the most accurate guide on the market.

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About Us

At BWD, you're working with recruitment experts who just get it. Our agency is filled with genuine, good people who know financial services - and love what they do.

We’re devoted to our candidates, giving them unparalleled support throughout their careers to find their next step and peace of mind knowing we deeply understand their industry.

With an impressive database of live candidates we’re already talking to and a “do the right thing” attitude, our clients can rely on our knowledge and expertise to consistently deliver perfect-match financial services talent.

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We’re passionate about removing barriers for disadvantaged candidates and driving positive change within the financial services recruitment sector, not just through our words: but with our actions - all while helping our clients to do the same. 

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  • BWD Adapt

    Adapt is our fast and cost-effective hiring solution on a contingent basis (no placement, no fee). 


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    Engage is a service designed to deliver you the best talent. Offering a 12-month full rebate on all placements demonstrates our confidence.

  • BWD Partner

    Need multiple hires? We develop a short-term hiring strategy, delivering the talent you need, within a specified timeframe.

  • BWD Demand

    Demand is our solution designed specifically for temporary and contract hires. No matter how complex the projects are, we have the experience and network.

  • BWD Intel

    Want specific market intelligence? We offer real-time data analysis that reflects trends in the industry.

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BWD Financial Services Earnings & Benefits Census 2022/23

BWD Financial Services Earnings & Benefits Census 2022/23

Our industry-renowned salary survey provides benchmark salary insights you won’t find anywhere else.


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BWD Financial Services Earnings & Benefits Census 2022/23

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