Junior Actuary
Are you (almost) done with your Master’s in Actuarial Science, Mathematics or Econometrics? And are you excited to work on risks, models and challenges that truly matter to society? 📊 Dive into topics like an ageing population, longevity risk and affordable insurance. You’ll work for an insurer or pension fund, learn from experienced actuaries and quickly take on your own responsibilities. A role with real impact – on yourself and the world around you.
What you’ll do
As a junior actuary, you’ll help build, test and improve models that are essential for risk management and policy decisions. You’ll work on topics like mortality rates, longevity risk, premium calculations and solvency. You'll collaborate closely with actuaries, risk managers and other specialists, and contribute to decision-making at the management level. Your exact tasks depend on the organisation you’ll work with, but here’s what you can expect:
- Designing, testing and improving actuarial models for life insurance or pension products.
- Analysing risks and translating complex data into clear insights.
- Supporting reporting processes.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to implement model changes effectively.
- Explaining what models do, why they matter and how they impact society.
💥 Bonus: you can combine this traineeship with the Executive Master of Actuarial Science (EMAS) at the Actuarieel Instituut – the perfect foundation for your career as an actuary.
What you bring
- A (nearly) completed Master’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Econometrics or Quantitative Finance.
- Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail.
- Experience with or interest in modelling and programming languages like Python, R or VBA.
- You’re able to clearly communicate your insights to colleagues across different areas of expertise.
- Currently based in the Netherlands and available full-time.
What our traineeship brings to you
Working on the skills that matter to you
Start strong and grow quickly with the comprehensive training provided by our Solid Academy. During interactive live sessions, you collaborate with other young professionals on your personal and professional development, gaining the skills to excel in the workplace. ✨
Personal development
Your talent manager is always on hand to support you. Together, you address any challenges, receive practical advice, and experience rapid growth both personally and professionally. This approach helps you develop your abilities while expanding your network.
Set foot into big corporates
We support you from the very beginning until you secure a role. We help you discover what truly suits you, offer honest advice about what’s achievable, and ensure you’re ready to make a real impact in the workplace.
What is in it for you?
- A gross monthly salary of €3,823.96 (based on 40 hours, including holiday pay and a 13th month).
- 25 holiday days (based on 40 hours).
- Travel allowance.
- €2,000 per year to invest in your personal development.
- Access to the Solid Academy: training in both hard and soft skills.
- Flexibility to partly work from home 🏡
- Genuine attention to your personal growth and ambitions.
- The opportunity to start the Executive Master of Actuarial Science (EMAS).
"When you start working full-time straight out of university, you need some time to adjust. By pursuing a traineeship, you get added value of proper guidance and advice."
Bregje Klomp
“The traineeship really boosted my confidence. I stand up for myself more, and I have more confidence in my own abilities.”
Matthijs Lip
The traineeship
In our two-year traineeship, you’ll hit the ground running as a junior actuary at one of our partner companies – think ABN AMRO, ING or a.s.r. You’ll combine real work experience with a development programme focused on both technical and soft skills. Our programme supports your transition from student to working professional, with dedicated attention to your growth and building a valuable network.
Besides day-to-day guidance at your job, you’ll also get personal coaching from your talent manager. You’ll discuss your progress, work-life balance and career direction. Your talent manager helps you apply what you’ve learned in training to your daily work – so your development is always the priority. Curious what that’s like? Read how Tjardo experienced his first year as an actuarial trainee at MN!
Who we are
At Solid Professionals, it’s all about you: growth, work fulfillment, and connections. For 18 years, we’ve been helping young talent grow and building a close-knit community. In addition to working at your team’s base, you’re always welcome at our office in Utrecht. Here you can take part in training sessions and make connections that will last throughout your entire career.
