Head of Pricing (Pretoria)

JVR Software; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software seeks a Head of Pricing to lead pricing strategy across multiple short-term insurance lines, including Commercial, Personal, Marine, Engineering, and Hospitality. This senior role will oversee a pricing team of around ten and drive pricing model development and portfolio analysis to meet financial goals.

You will collaborate with Underwriting, IT, Claims, Sales and external partners to ensure pricing tools align with industry best practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in short-term insurance pricing, including modelling and deployment.
• Experience in project management and senior actuarial advisory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, assess, and optimize pricing strategies.
• Lead complex pricing projects and integrate actuarial analysis into decision-making.
• Guide portfolio performance analysis and drive corrective actions.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the pricing team.
• Oversee pricing tools and ensure alignment with industry best practices.
• Provide actuarial support and reporting for strategic initiatives.
• Work cross-functionally with Underwriting, IT, Claims, Sales, and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Pricing strategy

Stakeholder management

Team mentorship

Communication

Education

Actuarial Science degree (NQF 7)

FASSA qualification

Tools

SAS

VBA

Job description

A leading commercial risk specialist in Southern Africa is seeking a Head of Pricing to lead pricing strategy across multiple short-term insurance lines, including Commercial, Personal, Marine, Engineering, and Hospitality. This senior role will oversee a team of ~10 and play a key role in pricing model development, portfolio analysis, and stakeholder alignment to support the business’s financial goals.

Job Summary:

Head of Pricing

A leading commercial risk specialist in Southern Africa is seeking a Head of Pricing to lead pricing strategy across multiple short-term insurance lines, including Commercial, Personal, Marine, Engineering, and Hospitality. This senior role will oversee a team of ~10 and play a key role in pricing model development, portfolio analysis, and stakeholder alignment to support the business’s financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, assess, and optimize pricing strategies.

Lead complex pricing projects and integrate actuarial analysis into decision-making.

Guide portfolio performance analysis and drive corrective actions.

Manage, mentor, and develop the pricing team.

Oversee pricing tools and ensure alignment with industry best practices.

Provide actuarial support and reporting for strategic initiatives.

Work cross-functionally with Underwriting, IT, Claims, Sales, and external partners.

Qualifications & Experience:

University degree (NQF Level 7) in Actuarial Science or related field.

FASSA qualification or international equivalent.

5+ years in short-term insurance pricing, including modelling and deployment.

Experience in project management and senior actuarial advisory.

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.

Advanced knowledge of actuarial pricing tools (SAS, VBA, etc.).

Deep understanding of insurance industry trends, regulations, and IT systems.

Proficient in portfolio optimization, underwriting, and financial analysis.