Remote Marine & Cargo Risk Analyst - Data-Driven

Placements24; Richards Bay; Remoto; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Remote work

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

International exposure

Generous annual leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is recruiting a highly analytical Risk Analyst to specialise in marine and cargo insurance for our client, a leading international insurer with operations in South Africa. Based in Richards Bay, this remote-first role focuses on assessing, quantifying, and mitigating risk across maritime trade, cargo movements, and related exposures, collaborating with underwriting and claims teams.

You will translate complex data into actionable insights, develop risk models, monitor risk appetite,

Competenze

• A relevant degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Maritime Studies, or a related quantitative field.
• 4–6 years of risk analysis experience in marine and cargo insurance.
• Strong understanding of marine insurance principles, charter parties, and cargo handling risks.
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills with statistical modeling and data analysis tools (R, Python, SQL).
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Familiarity with South African maritime and insurance regulations.
• Certifications such as PRM or FRM are a plus.

Mansioni

• Analyze risk data related to marine and cargo policies.
• Develop risk models to quantify losses and assess pricing reserves.
• Identify emerging risks in marine and cargo market.
• Collaborate with underwriters for risk-based insights.
• Assist claims in analyzing loss patterns.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Prepare risk reports for senior management.
• Monitor risk exposure against appetite.
• Conduct due diligence on clients and partners.
• Stay updated on international maritime regulations and best practices.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Statistical modeling

Data analysis tools (R, Python, SQL)

Report writing

Independent work

Formazione

Finance/Economics/Statistics/Maritime Studies degree

Strumenti

R

Python

SQL

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is recruiting a highly analytical Risk Analyst to specialise in marine and cargo insurance for our client, a leading international insurer with operations in South Africa. Based in Richards Bay, this remote-first role focuses on assessing, quantifying, and mitigating risk across maritime trade, cargo movements, and related exposures, collaborating with underwriting and claims teams.

You will translate complex data into actionable insights, develop risk models, monitor risk appetite,