Product Specialist

FirstRand Life Assurance Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is looking for a Product Specialist to drive the execution of life insurance risk products in Johannesburg. Candidates should have a strong technical and analytical background with at least 2 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably in life insurance. This role involves liaising with various teams, preparing product proposals, and adapting to industry changes. The ideal candidate is curious and focused on continuous learning.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging working environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in the financial industry, preferred in life insurance.
• Ability to combine conceptual thinking with pragmatic solutions.
• Experience analyzing complex data sets.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution and implementation of life insurance risk products.
• Liaise with data analytics and pricing for insights.
• Prepare and present product proposals and reports.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Actuarial background

Job description

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our team in FNB LIFE , you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who can :

• Drive execution and implementation of the life insurance risk products and initiatives
• Liaise with the data analytics and pricing team for insights critical to the products
• Prepare and present product proposals and reports for senior management and other stakeholders
• Challenge and review the current product features
• Regularly engage with the distribution and other business units within the FirstRand group
• Keeping abreast of changes and new legislation and developments in industries that may affect areas of specialization
• Draw on own technical and / or professional knowledge and experience to proactively develop alternatives and identify optimal best practice solutions for tactical problems

You will be an ideal candidate if you :

• Have strong technical, analytical and communication skills
• Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in the financial industry, with a preference for the life insurance industry
• Have an actuarial background
• Are curious and have a passion for continuous learning and development
• Have the ability to combine conceptual thinking with pragmatic solutions

Business Commercial Insurance experience would be advantageous

You will have access to :

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• A challenging working environment
• Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you are :

• Adaptable and curious
• Analyse complex data sets
• Thrive in a collaborative environment

Apply now if you are interested in taking the next step. We look forward to engaging with you!

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

10 / 07 / 25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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Product Specialist • 6 Merchant Place, 9 Fredman Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2196