Senior Actuarial Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Ibrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Remote work setup

Exam fee reimbursement

Career advancement

Flexible hours

Collaborative culture

Professional growth

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst to join a remote-first insurance team in South Africa. You will price, reserve, and model complex insurance products while supporting risk management and strategic planning.

The role requires advanced quantitative skills and proficiency with actuarial tools, enabling independent work in a fully remote setting. The position offers a competitive salary, reimbursement for actuarial exam fees, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science or related quantitative field.
• Progress towards or completion of actuarial designations (e.g., FSA, ASA).
• Minimum 4 years actuarial experience in insurance.
• Strong proficiency with Prophet/Speed and data analysis tools.

Mansioni

• Develop pricing models for new and existing products.
• Perform reserving calculations and analyses.
• Conduct experience studies and profitability analyses.
• Support actuarial software development and methodologies.
• Communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and finance.

Conoscenze

Prophet/Speed

SQL

R

Python

Excel

Actuarial modeling

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science

Actuarial designation progress (FSA/ASA)

Strumenti

Excel

SQL

R

Python

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking insurance provider, is actively seeking a talented and motivated Senior Actuarial Analyst to join their growing team. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the chance to contribute to critical actuarial functions from anywhere within South Africa . You will be responsible for pricing, reserving, and modeling complex insurance products, playing a pivotal role in the company's risk management and strategic planning. The role demands a strong quantitative aptitude, advanced analytical skills, and a commitment to professional development within the actuarial field. This is an exciting opportunity for an actuarial professional looking to leverage their expertise in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain pricing models for new and existing insurance products.
• Perform regular reserving calculations and analyses to ensure financial soundness.
• Conduct experience studies and profitability analyses to inform business decisions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of actuarial software and methodologies.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, and communicate key insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and finance departments to provide actuarial support.
• Stay current with actuarial standards of practice, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.
• Prepare actuarial reports and presentations for management and regulatory bodies.
• Support ad-hoc actuarial projects and analysis as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Progress towards or completion of actuarial designations (e.g., FSA, ASA, or local equivalents).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an actuarial role within the insurance industry.
• Strong proficiency in actuarial modeling software (e.g., Prophet, Speed) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, R, Python).
• Solid understanding of insurance principles, product development, and risk management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Reimbursement for actuarial exam fees and study materials.
• Comprehensive remote work setup support.
• Opportunities for significant professional growth and career advancement.
• Exposure to a wide range of insurance products and actuarial challenges.
• Flexible working hours contributing to an excellent work-life balance.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.