Senior Actuarial Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Premium health, disability, and life保险

Profit-sharing opportunities

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a leading insurance provider to hire a Senior Actuarial Analyst for a fully remote role. You will apply advanced mathematical and statistical methods to pricing, reserving, financial modeling, and product development, influencing strategic decisions from anywhere.

The role requires Fellowship or Associate membership in the Actuarial Society of South Africa, 5+ years of actuarial experience, and proficiency in Prophet, R, and Python.

Qualifications

• Fellow or Associate membership in a recognized actuarial society is required.
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• Minimum 5 years of actuarial experience in insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and implement actuarial models for pricing, reserving, and projections.
• Analyze insurance data to assess risk and inform strategy.
• Collaborate with product teams to price new products and features.
• Prepare reports for management and regulatory bodies.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the actuarial function.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent working

Education

Fellow or Associate membership of Actuarial Society

Tools

Prophet

R

Python

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Actuarial Analyst to join their fully remote actuarial department. In this challenging role, you will apply advanced mathematical and statistical methods to assess and manage financial risks associated with insurance products. You will be involved in pricing, reserving, financial modeling, and product development, contributing significantly to the company's strategic decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced actuary to work remotely, collaborating with a talented team and influencing the financial health of a leading insurance provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and implement actuarial models for pricing, reserving, and financial projections.
• Analyze insurance data to assess risk, predict future liabilities, and inform strategic planning.
• Collaborate with product development teams to design and price new insurance products.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on actuarial findings for management and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant actuarial standards and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the overall development of the actuarial function.

Requirements

• Fellow or Associate membership in a recognized actuarial society (e.g., Actuarial Society of South Africa).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in actuarial analysis within the insurance industry.
• Strong expertise in actuarial modeling software (e.g., Prophet, R, Python) and statistical techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in communicating complex technical concepts to non-actuarial audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and comprehensive bonus package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with significant flexibility.
• Premium health, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Generous retirement savings plan and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Continuous professional development support, including exam fees and study time.