Executive : Actuarial And Data Analytics

Mvg Recruitment Specialists; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare consulting firm is seeking an experienced Executive: Actuarial and Data Analytics in Pretoria. This strategic role involves establishing an in-house actuarial department, ensuring compliance with legislation, and driving data-informed decision-making across the organization. Ideal candidates must have a fellowship with the Actuarial Society and extensive actuarial experience, preferably in healthcare. If you thrive in building impactful functions and have strong analytical skills, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' actuarial experience, with at least 3 years in insurance or healthcare.
• Strong background in modelling, pricing, and data analytics.
• Prior experience working with medical schemes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support internal audit function and respond to regulatory developments.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking for benefit positioning.
• Identify and mitigate risk using predictive modelling.
• Drive adoption of data-informed decision-making.
• Lead benefit design optimisation and product development.

Skills

Actuarial modelling

Data analytics

Risk mitigation

Strategic decision-making

Education

Qualified Actuary

Fellowship of the Actuarial Society of South Africa

Job description

Executive : Actuarial and Data Analytics

We are recruiting on behalf of a national organisation within the healthcare managed care space for an accomplished and strategic Executive : Actuarial and Data Analytics.

Location : Pretoria

Reference : MVG-ACT

This is a unique opportunity to lead the establishment and direction of a new in-house actuarial and analytics capability, while also playing a critical role in executive decision-making.

Minimum Requirements

Matric / Grade 12

Qualified Actuary (completion of all actuarial exams)

Fellowship of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (FASSA)

Minimum of 10 years' actuarial experience, with at least 3 years in the insurance or healthcare sector

Strong background in modelling, pricing, and data analytics

Prior experience working with medical schemes will be highly advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Support the internal audit function and respond to regulatory developments
• Ensure full compliance with applicable legislation, including the Medical Schemes Act and CMS Regulations
• Conduct competitive benchmarking to inform benefit positioning
• Identify and mitigate risk using predictive modelling and scenario analysis
• Implement data governance protocols and reporting frameworks for internal and regulatory stakeholders
• Drive adoption of data-informed decision-making throughout the organisation
• Lead benefit design optimisation and product development initiatives
• Oversee pricing model development, contribution strategies, and reserving
• Develop robust actuarial methodologies tailored to business needs
• Redefine the working model with external consultants to optimise delivery and value
• Build and lead a team of actuarial and analytics professionals
• Provide strategic, data-driven input at Executive Committee level
• Establish and lead a high-performing internal actuarial and data analytics function

This is a strategic executive role suited to an innovative actuary who thrives in building functions from the ground up and making a tangible impact through data and analytics.

Applications

CVs and supporting documents may be submitted to: response "at"

Ref

MVG-ACT