Non-life Actuary

Network Finance.; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Non-Life Actuary in Midrand, Gauteng. The role involves leading pricing model development and collaborating with multiple teams to enhance strategic decision-making. Ideal candidates will be nearly or newly qualified Actuaries with 3 years of short-term insurance experience. This position offers a hybrid work model and a chance to make a significant commercial impact.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Collaborative culture

Opportunity to lead key product lines

Qualifications

• Nearly or newly qualified Actuary.
• 3 years experience in short-term insurance with proven pricing exposure.
• Deep knowledge of GLMs and actuarial pricing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and calibrate pricing models that drive profitability.
• Support underwriting product design with insightful analysis.
• Work alongside teams in data, product, and finance.

Skills

GLMs

Rate-making techniques

Actuarial pricing frameworks

Python

R

SQL

Pricing tools like Emblem or ResQ

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified Actuary

Job description

Reference : NFP015858-HN-1

Non-Life Actuary

Shape the Future of Insurance Pricing Join a Team That Values Insight Innovation & Impact

Are you a natural problem-solver with an analytical mind and a passion for short-term insurance strategy Ready to take the lead on pricing in a role that blends technical challenge with commercial influence Were looking for a Short-Term Actuary with a strong pricing focus to join a forward-thinking insurers high-performing actuarial team.

Overview

Reference: NFP015858-HN-1

Non-Life Actuary – Shape the Future of Insurance Pricing

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead Pricing Model Development: Design and calibrate pricing models that drive competitive advantage and profitability.
• Enhance Strategic Decision-Making: Support underwriting product design and rate reviews with accurate insightful actuarial analysis.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside teams in data, product, underwriting, finance and risk to align pricing with broader business goals.
• Reserving & Regulatory Involvement: Contribute to reserving, reinsurance structuring, capital modelling and IFRS 17 implementation.
• Analytics & Stakeholder Engagement: Analyse claims trends, monitor portfolio performance and present actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders.

What Youll Need to Succeed

• Nearly or newly qualified Actuary
• 3 years experience in short-term insurance with proven pricing exposure
• Deep knowledge of GLMs, rate-making techniques and actuarial pricing frameworks
• Strong technical skills in Python, R, SQL or pricing tools like Emblem or ResQ
• Excellent communication skills capable of translating analytics into strategic action
• A proactive and innovative mindset; someone who thrives in fast-paced collaborative environments

Why Apply

• Hybrid work model; enjoy balance with the option to work remotely and onsite
• Lead pricing for key product lines and make a real commercial impact
• Collaborative culture; work closely with business, risk and finance
• Join a modern data-forward insurer that values fresh thinking and innovation

Application

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Contact

Heidi Nieuwoudt – Specialist Recruitment Consultant: Actuarial and Analytical

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Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

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Vacancy

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