Actuarial Intern

3 weeks ago


Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India Acies Full time

Highlight of the engagement opportunity

  • Nature of role: Full time internship (6-12 months) with option to convert
  • Number of years of experience expected: 0-2 years
  • Areas of past experience preferred: Quantitative modelling, Risk Management
  • Educational qualification expected: Graduate/ Pursuing graduation
  • Additional qualifications/ certifications required: None
  • Minimum actuarial papers: Actuary certifications / degrees
  • Preferred geography of previous work experience: India / Europe / APAC / US
  • Language requirements: Ability to write and speak fluently in English
  • Application experience preferable: Python, Advanced excel, PowerPoint
  • Location: Mumbai, Goa

Key responsibility areas:

  • Work with engagement teams to deliver on functionalities related to asset liability management, interest rate risk in banking book, behavioral modelling, Pillar 1 risks (Market Risk, Credit Risk, Operational Risk), Pillar 2 Risks (ICAAP), fund transfer pricing and profitability analysis on our proprietary application suite for Balance Sheet Management.
  • Build python and excel models on risk analysis to validate models and assist with client user acceptance testing.
  • Develop end to end functionalities for modelling macro-economic factors and marketprices like Interest rate, Credit Spread, FX, Commodities and Volatility.
  • Validate cashflow, valuation and sensitivity models using excel / python for banking and derivative products.
  • Develop project execution and product collaterals.
  • Adhere to development standards and protocols mandated by product organization.

Other important information:

  • Work permit requirements: Either Indian Citizen or having valid work permit to work in India
  • Period of engagement: Full-time position
  • Probation period: 6 months
  • Compensation: Compensation varies depending on the skill, fitment and role played by the person. Compensation discussions will take place post the selection process.
  • Leave: 22 working days a year. Additional leaves for national holidays, sick leaves, maternity and paternity, bereavement and studies vary based on the city and country of engagement.
  • Other benefits: Other employment benefits including medical insurance will be informed during the compensation discussion.
  • Career growth for full-time roles: Acies believes in a transparent and data-based performance evaluation system. You are encouraged to clarify any questions you have with respect to career growth with Acies personnel you interact with during the selection process.

Selection process:

We seek to be transparent during the selection process. While the actual process may vary from the process indicated below, the key steps involved are as follows:

  • Interview: There are expected to be at least 2-3 rounds of interviews. The number of interview rounds may increase depending on the criticality and seniority of the role involved.
  • Final discussion on career and compensation: Post final selection, a separate discussion will be set up to discuss compensation and career growth. You are encouraged to seek any clarifications you have during this discussion.

Preparation required:

It is recommended that you prepare on the following aspects before the selection process:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of Banking risks and quantification
  • Demonstrate knowledge of Basel accordson Banking risk management
  • Demonstrate proficiency in financial instrument valuation and risk assessment
  • Demonstrate proficiency in statistical, econometrics and time seriesanalysis
  • Demonstrate proficiency in use of back-end server-side languages like Python and database like MSSQL and PostgreSQL

For any additional queries you may have, you can send a InMail to us, connect with us at or e-mail us at careers@acies.holdings.

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