Actuary/Data Scientist - APS4, APS6 & EL1

SKL Actuarial; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the disability sector is looking for multiple data scientists with an actuarial background. Responsibilities include managing data analysis and communicating technical advice. Ideal candidates are Australian citizens with 1–10 years of experience in actuarial roles, strong skills in R, Python, SQL, and GLMs, and experience leading small teams is a plus. The role is based in Sydney, Melbourne, or Canberra.

Qualifications

• Must be an Australian citizen.
• 1–10 years of actuarial and data science experience.
• Experience working in government is essential.
• Experience in leading/managing small teams would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage data analysis deliverables.
• Produce and communicate technical advice on complex problems.
• Research and implement innovative business solutions.
• Design statistical models for analytical work.

Skills

R

Python

SQL

git

Generalized Linear Models (GLMs)

Job description

Overview

Our client, an independent statutory Government agency in the disability sector, is seeking multiple data scientists with an actuarial background to join their team. These roles can be based in Sydney, Melbourne, or Canberra.

About the role

• Overseeing, leading, managing, and taking responsibility for deliverables of data analysis, policy proposal briefs, and key stakeholder management.
• Producing and communicating detailed technical, professional, and policy advice on complex problems to internal and external stakeholders.
• Researching and implementing innovative techniques and interdisciplinary methods to solve business issues.
• Designing statistical, mathematical, and various data science models to conduct analytical work that addresses business issues.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, and presenting the outcomes of work undertaken, tailored to context and stakeholders.

About you

• Must be an Australian citizen.
• 1–10 years of actuarial and data science experience.
• Experience working in government is essential.
• Strong technical skills in R, Python, SQL, git, and GLMs.
• Experience in leading/managing small teams would be highly regarded for APS6 and EL1 levels.

How to apply

For further information or to apply for these roles, please contact Amity Delaney on 0408 887 885 or [e-mail]