Remote Reinsurance Analyst: Risk & Treaty Expert

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Remote work flexibility

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Reinsurance Analyst to join our client, a prominent international insurer with a strong presence in South Africa. This fully remote role offers the chance to contribute to analysis and management of reinsurance treaties from Polokwane, Limpopo, or any remote location.

You will assess risk transfer strategies, monitor reinsurance program performance, and collaborate with underwriting, claims, and finance teams to optimize financial stability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in reinsurance, actuarial analysis, or a related role within the insurance industry.
• Familiarity with South African insurance and reinsurance regulations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyze reinsurance treaties, including terms, conditions, and financial implications.
• Monitor and manage the company's reinsurance program, ensuring adequate coverage and optimal utilisation.
• Assist in the placement of new reinsurance treaties and the renewal of existing ones.
• Prepare detailed reports on reinsurance exposures, recoveries, and portfolio performance.
• Collaborate with internal departments (underwriting, claims, finance) and external reinsurers.
• Reconcile reinsurance bordereaux and ensure accurate accounting and settlement.
• Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance on the company's financial statements.
• Stay informed about market developments and regulatory changes affecting reinsurance.
• Support the development of reinsurance strategy and risk appetite statements.

Skills

Excel

SQL

R

Education

Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Reinsurance Analyst to join our client, a prominent international insurer with a strong presence in South Africa. This fully remote role offers the chance to contribute to analysis and management of reinsurance treaties from Polokwane, Limpopo, or any remote location.

You will assess risk transfer strategies, monitor reinsurance program performance, and collaborate with underwriting, claims, and finance teams to optimize financial stability and