Actuarial Assistant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Study support

Health benefits

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Actuarial Assistant to join a fully remote team supporting operations in Mahikeng. You will assist senior actuaries with data analysis, model development, valuation, and reporting to inform pricing, reserving and financial planning.

The role offers remote-first collaboration, study support for actuarial exams, and health benefits, with strong growth opportunities in a supportive environment focused on learning and development.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong mathematical, statistical, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) and database management.
• Familiarity with actuarial software or programming languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collection, cleaning, and analysis of large datasets for actuarial purposes.
• Support development, testing, and validation of actuarial models.
• Help prepare actuarial reports, valuations, and financial projections.
• Conduct research on industry trends and regulatory changes relevant to actuarial work.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide actuarial insights and support business initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all assigned tasks.

Skills

Actuarial Science

Data analysis

Python

SQL

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science

Tools

R

Python

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Actuarial Assistant to join their fully remote team supporting operations in Mahikeng . This role is ideal for individuals with a strong quantitative background looking to build a career in actuarial science within the insurance industry. You will assist senior actuaries in data analysis, model development, valuation, and reporting, contributing to critical business decisions related to pricing, reserving, and financial planning. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive, remote-first environment that fosters professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection, cleaning, and analysis of large datasets for actuarial purposes.
• Support the development, testing, and validation of actuarial models.
• Help prepare actuarial reports, valuations, and financial projections.
• Conduct research on industry trends and regulatory changes relevant to actuarial work.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide actuarial insights and support business initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all assigned tasks.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong mathematical, statistical, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) and database management.
• Familiarity with actuarial software or programming languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail for remote work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate findings.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for salary progression based on performance and exams.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Support for actuarial exam studies, including study leave and financial assistance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment focused on learning and development.