Statistical Modeller (George)

Datafin IT Recruitment; George; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in George is seeking a Statistical Modeller to enhance telematics-based scoring models and conduct statistical analyses. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in a quantitative field, extensive experience in statistical modelling, particularly in motor insurance or telematics. Proficiency in statistical tools like R and SQL is expected. A strong analytical thinker, you will collaborate across teams to optimize business strategies and communicate findings effectively. This is a full-time position.

Qualifications

• 24 years of experience in statistical modelling, actuarial analytics, or insurance data.
• Previous work in motor insurance or telematics-driven roles is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance telematics-based scoring models to evaluate driver behaviour and risk profiles.
• Conduct deep statistical analysis on large insurance and telematics datasets to identify trends and risk signals.
• Build predictive models for pricing, claims forecasting, and behavioural insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure model outputs drive effective product and business strategies.
• Improve driver risk indicators.
• Present complex analyses to stakeholders.

Skills

Data Analysis

Statistical Modelling

SQL

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelors or Honours degree in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Data Science or related quantitative field

Tools

R

SAS

Python

Job description

ENVIRONMENT

Are you passionate about data analytics and transforming how risk is understood in insurance Do you thrive at the intersection of statistics technology and real-world decision-making Our client is leveraging cutting-edge telematics data to redefine how driving behaviour and risk are evaluated and is seeking a forward-thinking Statistical Modeller to join their dynamic data-driven team and help shape the future of smart this role you will design predictive tools and frameworks that support data-driven decision-making analyse telematics and insurance datasets to uncover meaningful trends build and validate robust statistical and machine learning models and contribute directly to pricing product design and risk assessment strategies.

DUTIES

• Develop and enhance telematics-based scoring models to evaluate driver behaviour and risk profiles.
• Conduct deep statistical analysis on large insurance and telematics datasets to identify trends and risk signals.
• Build predictive models for pricing claims forecasting and behavioural insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure model outputs drive effective product and business strategies.
• Improve driver risk indicators (e.g. claim probabilities first notice of loss accuracy behavioural flags).
• Present complex analyses and modelling results in a clear and compelling way to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience :

• Bachelors or Honours degree in Actuarial Science Statistics Data Science or related quantitative field.
• 24 years of experience in statistical modelling actuarial analytics or insurance data.
• Previous work in motor insurance or telematics-driven roles is a strong advantage.

Technical & Analytical Skills :

• Advanced knowledge of statistical modelling techniques (e.g. GLMs correlation studies distribution analysis).
• Proficiency in Excel R SAS or similar actuarial / statistical tools.
• Experience working with SQL and large-scale datasets.
• Python skills are a bonus but not required.

ATTRIBUTES :

• Strong analytical thinker with a solid grasp of behavioural data and risk modelling.
• Excellent communicatorable to explain complex insights with clarity and precision.
• Self-driven collaborative and thrives in a fast-paced high-impact environment.

While we would really like to respond to every application should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

COMMENTS :

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Desired Experience & Qualification

Statistical Modeller George

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Customer Service
• Attorney
• CISSP
• Data Analysis

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1