Reinsurance Cash Manager

Wakam

🚀 ABOUT THE TEAM Join the dynamic Finance team at Wakam, where we're the driving force behind strategic financial decision-making and operational excellence. Safeguards Wakam's financial health through strategic fiscal management, budgeting, and financial reporting. The Finance team plays a crucial role in supporting the company's growth objectives, from financial planning and analysis to risk management and compliance, we're committed to driving efficiency and maximizing value across the organization. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎯 YOUR MISSION As a Reinsurance Technical Accountant, your mission is to execute and secure reinsurance accounting processes end-to-end: produce accurate and timely reinsurance account statements, maintain a reliable reinsurance sub-ledger, and ensure strong reconciliations and closing support. You will also play an active role in adopting new ways of working through the xLayer rollout and contribute to process improvements.   ✏️ YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES REINSURANCE SETTLEMENT PRODUCTION You will prepare quarterly, semi-annual, and annual account statements for the treaties in your scope. You will reconcile bordereaux data (premiums, claims, commissions) with internal systems, calculate premiums payable/receivable and loss recoverables, and validate the technical accuracy of settlements. You will coordinate with brokers and reinsurers to answer settlement queries, manage adjustments, and close open points. ACCOUNTING ENTRIES & RECONCILIATION You will maintain accurate balances for reinsurance payables, receivables, and recoverables, and support month-end and quarter-end closing activities. You will also produce clear supporting documentation to ensure auditability and facilitate internal/external audit requests. XLAYER ADOPTION & PROCESS IMPROVEMENT You will participate in xLayer UAT, provide feedback on accounting workflows, test settlement calculations and accounting interfaces, and support the transition to new processes and tools. You will contribute to continuous improvement and, where relevant, help train team members and business users on updated workflows. STAKEHOLDER COLLABORATION You will act as a primary Finance contact for reinsurer queries and discussions, driving conversations needed to reach agreement on statement of accounts with reinsurers and/or brokers. You will liaise with the Reinsurance team on treaty terms and technical questions, coordinate with brokers on bordereau submissions and settlement timing, and support the Cash Manager on payment tracking and collections. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🧠 WHAT YOU BRING You bring a solid background in accounting/finance, strong attention to detail, and comfort working with technical insurance data. You have experience with reconciliations, closing processes, and audit evidence, and ideally exposure to insurance/reinsurance accounting (treaties, bordereaux, settlements, recoverables). You are comfortable working with Excel and finance systems, and you can collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders (brokers, reinsurers, Treasury, Reinsurance, Finance). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✨ WHO YOU ARE You are rigorous, structured, and reliable, with a strong sense of ownership and a “get-things-closed” mindset. You communicate clearly, handle counterparties confidently, and remain pragmatic when resolving discrepancies and settlement discussions. You also enjoy improving the way things work, not just executing them. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✨ 🤖 AI & DIGITAL MINDSET You are comfortable adopting new tools and using automation to improve accuracy and efficiency (standard checks, reconciliations, reporting packs, documentation support). You value traceability and controls, and you contribute to making processes more scalable and audit-ready—especially during system transformation. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🌟 WHY JOIN WAKAM? You will work at the heart of Wakam’s reinsurance operating model, with direct impact on financial reliability, settlement quality, and cash visibility. You will also gain hands-on exposure to a significant transformation program (xLayer) in a fast-moving, international and mission-driven environment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🏆 HIRING PROCESS Our recruitment process is designed to be clear, structured, and efficient: 1. Screening interview with our Talent Acquisition Partner 2. Interview with our Chief Financial Officer 3. Final interview with our VP People & Communication AI-Assisted Interview Process Policy | Notion More About Us  Check out our website to learn about the 11 cultural markers that make Wakam truly special! If you're adventurous, impact-driven, and ready to shape the future of insurance, we'd love to meet you!   💫 What Makes Us Unique:  • True remote work flexibility with our Wakam From Anywhere (WFA) program - yes, we even have a teammate working from a sailboat! ⛵ • Flat hierarchical system promoting direct impact and autonomy 🚀 • Monthly Free.day: dedicated time for personal growth and skills development 📚 • Lunch voucher with Swile card • A meaningful company: we became a Mission-driven company in March 2021 • Work alongside passionate experts:  who will share their knowledge and help you develop and grow in your career.    At Wakam, our "Free to Impact" culture is built on four essential pillars that shape everything we do :   🗣️ Communication & Knowledge Management • Foster transparent collaboration across our flat organizational structure • Share knowledge freely in our highly collaborative environment • Contribute to our collective intelligence through open dialogue   🔍 Curiosity • Embrace our monthly Free.day for learning and skills sponsorship • Think big and challenge conventional insurance norms • Stay eager to learn and explore new possibilities   🔄 Continuous Improvement • Take initiative to transform the insurance industry • Turn challenges into opportunities for innovation • Constantly evolve our ways of working   🎯 Outcome Oriented • Focus on impact rather than hierarchy • Drive results through clear objectives and autonomy • Transform bold ideas into concrete solutions   At Wakam, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please feel free to reach out to your recruiter.

Octopus Money

🏆 🎉 🏆 WE'RE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE WE'VE WON ADVICE FIRM OF THE YEAR AT THE MONEY MARKETING AWARDS 🏆 🎉 🏆 We are seeking someone with strong communication and analytical skills to join Octopus to work as a Pensions Specialist. This role will sit in a team responsible for launching new products and services and have day-to-day responsibility for our pension splitting work with amicable, another company in Octopus Group.  This is a client-facing role where you will own pension-related work within divorce cases and act as the primary point of contact throughout the lifecycle of each case. You will produce Pension on Divorce Expert reports using our pension calculation tools, while ensuring clients feel supported, informed, and confident during what is often a complex and sensitive period.  The role is not actuarial and does not involve expert witness work. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES CLIENT RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (CORE FOCUS) * Act as the primary point of contact for clients. * Build strong, trusted relationships with clients throughout the divorce process. * Communicate potentially complex pension matters in a clear, calm, and accessible way. * Provide reassurance and guidance to clients dealing with sensitive financial and personal circumstances. * Manage expectations proactively, ensuring clients are kept informed at every stage. * Lead client discussions and maintain a consistent, high-quality client experience from instruction through to completion. * Act as an introducer to other Octopus Group companies and services.  TECHNICAL PENSIONS WORK * Oversee and/or review pension sharing calculations and related outputs. * Interpret pension benefits across Defined Benefit (DB), Defined Contribution (DC), and hybrid arrangements. * Work with Cash Equivalent Transfer Values (CETVs) and scheme-specific benefit structures. * Ensure accuracy and consistency of all technical calculations and supporting documentation. * Apply pension knowledge in a practical, case-focused manner. CASE & WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT * Manage a portfolio of divorce-related pension cases end-to-end. * Prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines and client expectations. * Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of outputs. * Identify and resolve issues or risks early in the process. * Maintain clear case records and ensure high standards of documentation. PROFESSIONAL LIAISON & COLLABORATION * Work closely with solicitors, financial advisers, and other professionals involved in divorce proceedings. * Contribute to a collaborative, service-led approach across all client interactions. * Support continuous improvement of internal processes, templates, and client experience. PERSON SPECIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS & KNOWLEDGE * Relevant pensions qualification and experience (e.g. PMI, DipPFS) * Strong knowledge of UK pension schemes, including DB and DC arrangements. * Familiarity with Cash Equivalent Transfer Values (CETVs). * Awareness of relevant guidance (e.g. Pensions Advisory Group) is desirable. EXPERIENCE * 3+ years’ experience in pensions administration, consultancy, financial planning, paraplanning or a technical pensions role. * Experience working with different types of pension schemes. * Proven experience in a client-facing role, ideally involving complex or sensitive financial matters. * Experience acting as a primary contact for clients. CORE COMPETENCIES CLIENT RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (CRITICAL) * Demonstrates strong ability to build trust-based client relationships. * Communicates complex information in a clear, structured, and reassuring manner. * Shows empathy, discretion, and emotional intelligence in sensitive situations. * Takes ownership of the client experience, ensuring continuity and consistency. * Confident in leading conversations with clients and managing expectations effectively. TECHNICAL CAPABILITY * Strong understanding of pension structures and benefits across multiple scheme types. * Able to review, interpret, and sense-check pension-related calculations. * Applies technical knowledge in a practical, client-focused context. * Maintains high attention to detail and accuracy in all outputs. ORGANISATION & CASE MANAGEMENT * Strong ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. * Effective prioritisation skills with a focus on deadlines and service quality. * Proactive in identifying risks and resolving issues early. * Structured and methodical approach to managing workflow and documentation. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES * Calm, confident, and professional in client-facing situations. * Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex technical topics. * Empathetic and sensitive to clients navigating difficult personal circumstances. * Highly organised with strong attention to detail. * Proactive, solutions-focused, and takes ownership of outcomes. * Comfortable balancing technical work with high levels of client interaction. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This role is not actuarial and does not involve acting as an expert witness or providing court testimony. The focus is on delivering high-quality pensions expertise in a practical, accessible way, alongside exceptional client relationship management. A key success factor in this role is the ability to combine technical pensions understanding with the confidence and interpersonal skills required to build trusted, long-term client relationships. WHY JOIN US * This role is an exciting opportunity to grow and contribute to a brand new collaborative product between Octopus and amicable * You’ll have the opportunity to work in a specialist and growing area of pensions and divorce. * You’ll have direct ownership of client relationships and case outcomes. * We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment that spans Octopus Money and amicable, as well as the broader Octopus Group * You’ll get exposure to complex, varied, and meaningful casework. * As the first hire for this new product, you’ll be exposed to career development opportunities within a specialist field. The interview process Our interview process typically includes:  * An intro call with our talent team * A competency-based interview with the hiring manager * A panel interview with a short task presentation * A conversation focused on how you work and what you value We’ll keep it simple and respectful of your time, and you’ll meet the people you’ll actually work with. Our average process takes around four weeks but we’ll always work around your availability. What’s in it for you Base salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE + benefits We want people to grow here, to feel supported and to feel proud of the impact they make! You’ll get: * 18 days a year working from anywhere (for non regulated roles) * Bonus for non-commission based roles * Company pension * Private medical insurance * Enhanced parental leave * Birthday day off * A supportive team who care about what they do * The chance to help people improve their lives Please note, as a regulated business we are required to run background checks for all employees which covers adverse financial and unspent convictions. These will only take place upon a successful job offer. About Octopus Group  We’re part of the Octopus Group: a privately-owned business that’s been doing things differently for 25 years. Octopus sets out to build businesses that will outlive us and create a better world for future generations, including brands such as Octopus Energy, Octopus Investments and Octopus Legacy. -- We believe in equal financial education for everybody, no matter their background.  We pride ourselves on building an inclusive working environment where diversity is celebrated. We do not and never will discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you require support completing your application please contact applications@octopusmoney.com

Apollo

Who we are Apollo, a Skyward Group company, is an innovation-inspired insurance platform operating at Lloyd’s of London, delivering data-driven and creative solutions across a broad range of risks. Our name reflects our origins. Inspired by one of our founding investors, Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, the business was built with the same pioneering mindset. Alongside Jim Hays, Neil set out to create a different kind of Lloyd’s platform, focused, agile and built around people. Since launch in 2009, we have grown into a diversified insurance group offering products across Property, Casualty, Marine, Energy and Transportation, Specialty and Reinsurance, alongside Smart Follow and digital and embedded risk programmes. Our experience and unique ecosystem give Platform Partners the best chance of success, from navigating the Lloyd’s new entrant process through to the delivery of their long-term strategy. With a team of more than 300 professionals, we continue to grow with purpose, combining underwriting excellence, innovation and collaboration to enable a more resilient and sustainable world. YOUR ROLE As a Senior Outward Reinsurance Technician, you will join Apollo's Ceded Reinsurance team and play a key role in the administration, processing, and oversight of Apollo's outward reinsurance programmes across both Apollo syndicates and Platform Partner Syndicates. Working closely with Underwriting, Finance, Claims, Actuarial teams, Brokers, and external reinsurance partners, you will support the full lifecycle of ceded reinsurance activity, ensuring accurate contract administration, timely reporting, and effective management of reinsurance arrangements across a diverse and growing portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team at a time of continued growth. You will support multiple syndicates and partner businesses while helping to ensure Apollo continues to meet its operational and regulatory obligations across an increasingly complex reinsurance landscape. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Manage the administration and processing of outward reinsurance contracts across proportional and non-proportional treaty arrangements. * Support the placement, maintenance, renewal, and ongoing management of reinsurance programmes across Apollo syndicates and Platform Partner Syndicates. * Maintain accurate reinsurance records and contract data within XL Pro and associated systems. * Process premium, claims, accounting, and settlement transactions relating to ceded reinsurance arrangements, including the provision of debiting instructions and management of activity through the Lloyd's Outwards Reinsurance Scheme (LORS). * Support the month-end net close process, monitor reinsurer aged debt, and liaise with brokers and counterparties to resolve outstanding matters. * Prepare and deliver Lloyd's Outwards Reinsurance reporting and related regulatory submissions. * Support the administration of legacy and run-off reinsurance arrangements where required. * Work closely with Underwriters, Finance, Claims, Actuarial teams, brokers, and external reinsurance counterparties to resolve queries and ensure accurate contract execution. * Contribute to process improvement initiatives while maintaining strong operational controls and data quality standards. * Support the continued growth of Apollo's Platform Partner Syndicates by providing high-quality ceded reinsurance administration and service delivery. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR * Demonstrable experience working within a London Market ceded reinsurance function. * Strong knowledge of outward reinsurance operations and administration, including proportional and non-proportional treaty reinsurance. * Proven experience using XL Pro and the Lloyd's Outwards Reinsurance Scheme (LORS) for reinsurance administration, contract management, and settlement activities. * Experience preparing or supporting Lloyd's Outwards Reinsurance reporting and associated regulatory submissions. * Strong understanding of reinsurance accounting, premium processing, claims administration, cashflow management, and aged debt monitoring. * Experience working collaboratively with underwriting, finance, claims, actuarial teams, brokers, and reinsurers. * Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. * Effective communication and relationship-building skills across internal and external stakeholders What you’ll get in return We offer a competitive and thoughtfully designed reward package that reflects the value of our people. This includes a fair and attractive salary, discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package - including 31 days’ annual leave, a non-contributory pension and private medical insurance. Our commitment to inclusion At Apollo, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a diverse, growing team of empowered experts who bring collaboration, innovation and data-driven thinking to every relationship and every risk. We believe diversity and inclusion go far beyond targets. They are essential to understanding the global communities we serve and to making better decisions. That’s why we are committed to developing diverse talent at every level and creating an environment where different perspectives are genuinely valued, supported and celebrated. We also run a programme of events, training and initiatives designed to recognise both the challenges and opportunities that come with building an inclusive workplace. Hybrid & flexible working Flexible and hybrid working are fully embraced at Apollo. We do not believe in presenteeism. Instead, we trust our people to work in ways that allow them to perform at their best, balancing professional responsibilities with personal commitments. Supporting your application Apollo is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience where every candidate feels supported and able to perform at their best. To help us do this, we invite you to complete a confidential ClearTalents profile. It takes just a few minutes and allows you to share any adjustments that may support you during the recruitment process. Your information remains private, and the recruitment team is only notified if an adjustment is requested. Please register to create your profile here: ClearTalents