Senior Actuarial Analyst – Johannesburg

Stratlab Consulting; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established financial services brand is seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst to join their high-performing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in capital and regulatory reporting, providing insights that reach executive leadership. You'll be involved in preparing complex capital metrics, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving process improvements. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in actuarial science, with a collaborative mindset and a desire to grow within a dynamic environment. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a transformative role.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of actuarial experience in financial or capital reporting.
• Progress with actuarial exams or newly qualified.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review capital reporting for regulatory submissions.
• Run capital projections and scenario testing for business planning.

Skills

Actuarial Science

Capital Reporting

Regulatory Submissions

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

BSc in Actuarial Science

Job description

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Location:

Johannesburg | In-office to start, potential for hybrid

About the Role:

Stratlab Consulting is partnering with one of the continent's most established financial services brands to appoint a Senior Actuarial Analyst in their Group Reporting function. This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure to capital and regulatory reporting at group level, work across multiple business lines and jurisdictions, and contribute to high-impact work that reaches executive leadership. You'll be joining a focused, high-performing actuarial team tasked with delivering complex capital metrics, supporting business decisions, and helping shape the future structure of the group.

Ideal Candidate:

• BSc in Actuarial Science or related field
• Progress with actuarial exams or newly qualified
• 4–6 years' actuarial experience, ideally in financial or capital reporting
• Strong technical grounding in reserving, surplus analysis, and actuarial controls
• Experience working within a complex or group environment is beneficial
• Sharp attention to detail, analytical strength, and strong communication skills
• A collaborative, proactive mindset and a desire to grow

Responsibilities:

1. Preparing and reviewing capital reporting for regulatory submissions and external publication
2. Running capital projections and scenario testing for business planning and risk assessment
3. Supporting strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, disposals, and group structural changes
4. Advising on the capital impact of product development and balance sheet adjustments
5. Driving process improvements and enhancing the tools behind key actuarial reporting functions
6. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across finance, risk, and product

Additional Information:

This role forms part of a long-term transformation strategy. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups in the profession.

To apply or refer someone in your network, send your CV to [contact details], or apply directly on LinkedIn.