Legal Advisor - Fixed Term Contract

Excellerate; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing actuarial technology firm in South Africa is seeking a Legal Advisor on a fixed-term contract. This role involves developing pricing models, analyzing insurance datasets, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates are nearly or newly qualified actuaries with experience in short-term insurance pricing. The position offers a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the insurance industry.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Real impact and growth opportunities

Exposure to innovative tools

Qualifications

• Experience in short-term insurance pricing is essential.
• Exposure to statistical modelling techniques (GLMs, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine pricing models for short-term insurance products.
• Analyze insurance datasets to identify trends and drive pricing improvements.
• Contribute to model validation frameworks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support client implementations and assist with technical presentations.

Skills

Proficient in Python or R

Strong analytical abilities

Excellent communication skills

Interest in AI/machine learning

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Nearly or newly qualified Actuary (ASSA)

Job description

Overview

Legal Advisor Fixed Term Contract in Gauteng

Johannesburg, Gauteng • Network Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago

Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists at a fast-growing actuarial technology and consulting firm that is disrupting the insurance industry with cutting-edge, AI-powered pricing solutions. The company brings together top actuarial talent and advanced tech to deliver smarter, faster, and more transparent pricing models for non-life insurers.

This is a unique chance to be part of a high-impact environment where your expertise will directly influence model development, client outcomes, and the evolution of actuarial science. The role offers flexible working arrangements, a dynamic start-up culture, and the chance to work on projects that truly matter in the insurance space.

Benefits

• Work on innovative, AI-enhanced pricing models
• Collaborate with some of the best minds in the actuarial and tech space
• Hybrid/flexible work environment based in Johannesburg or Cape Town
• Real impact, rapid growth opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge tools

Duties

• Develop and refine pricing models for short-term (non-life) insurance products
• Analyze insurance datasets to identify trends and drive pricing improvements
• Contribute to model validation frameworks and ensure regulatory compliance
• Support client implementations and assist with technical presentations and documentation

Education

• Nearly or newly qualified Actuary (Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA))

Experience

• Experience in short-term insurance pricing is essential
• Exposure to statistical modelling techniques (GLMs, etc.)

Skills

• Proficient in Python, R, or a similar programming language
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in AI/machine learning in insurance a strong advantage
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment

Apply now!