Specialist: Actuarial Data Scientist

Absa Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg seeks an experienced actuarial professional with at least 5 years in actuarial pricing and data science, particularly in short-term insurance. Responsibilities include actuarial support, ensuring compliance, and assisting team members. A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is required. Join to contribute to a proudly African group focused on sound decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in actuarial field.
• Experience in short-term insurance background is essential.
• At least 12 exams passed.

Responsibilities

• Provide actuarial administrative and operational support.
• Support customers and team members with ad hoc duties.
• Ensure compliance with control, compliance, and quality standards.

Skills

Actuarial pricing

Data science

Ad hoc support

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Commerce, or Management Studies

Job description

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and a strong presence as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with us offers the opportunity to be part of an exciting growth journey, to shape our future, and to contribute to a proudly African group.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 5+ years of experience, with at least 12 exams passed. Experience should include actuarial pricing and data science within a short-term insurance background. The role involves providing specialist advice and support in the development and implementation of actuarial services, enabling sound commercial and financial decision-making.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide actuarial administrative and operational support following standard procedures.
• Support customers and team members with ad hoc duties as required.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant control, compliance, and quality standards.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas in Business, Commerce, or Management Studies (required).

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups to promote demographic diversity and inclusion.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to fill the position as advertised.