Head of Underwriting Analytics & Insights

Sanlam; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An insurance company in Sandton is seeking a Head of Underwriting Analytics to lead data-driven decision-making processes. The role involves overseeing analytics and implementing interventions across underwriting to achieve profitability and growth. Candidates should have a strong background in data analysis, management, and insurance products, along with experience in leading teams. This is an opportunity to drive strategic initiatives in a key leadership position within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years strong Data Analysis & Management experience is required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in insurance products, systems and data management.
• Experience in leading and managing a team of specialists.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of underwriting strategies.
• Deliver monthly growth and profit driver reporting.
• Lead and build a team of underwriting data analysts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial and Commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Strong modelling skills

Advanced coding skills in SAS/SQL/Java/R/Python

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial/Statistics/Applied Maths

Post graduate degree in computational science

Tools

SAS

SQL

Java

R

Python

Job description

An insurance company in Sandton is seeking a Head of Underwriting Analytics to lead data-driven decision-making processes. The role involves overseeing analytics and implementing interventions across underwriting to achieve profitability and growth. Candidates should have a strong background in data analysis, management, and insurance products, along with experience in leading teams. This is an opportunity to drive strategic initiatives in a key leadership position within the organization.