Junior Actuarial Analyst

A new vacancy has opened within the business for a dynamic individual qualified in the field of Actuarial Science. This role offers tremendous opportunity for growth and development, with ongoing support and encouragement to further studies. The below summarises some of the responsibilities of this role:

• Personal lines and commercial lines pricing
• Implementation and testing of rating models
• Portfolio analysis for various purposes
• Reinsurance and SAM Exposure monitoring
• Build and maintain dashboards to monitor experience and enable pro-active risk management

Minimum Requirements:

• Must hold an Actuarial Degree from an accredited South African University with a good academic record, marked by strong analytical/ mathematical skills
• Must be making solid progress through professional exams, with at least 4 CTs (A100s & A200s) already completed
• A minimum of 2 years of work experience is required within the Short-Term Insurance Industry. Experience in other fields is acceptable, however, experience in Short Term Insurance will be preferred.
• Must be versatile and open to learning opportunities.
• Must be fully computer literate and have advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• SQL proficiency will be an advantage

Competencies:

• Ability to think ahead, manage own time effectively, and make appropriate decisions in selecting between priorities to ensure timely delivery on expectations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Responsiveness and adaptability to change
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to build value-adding interpersonal relationships with colleagues, managers, and brokers
• Learning agility and drive to continuously develop own knowledge and skills
• Demonstrate high levels of accountability
• Must have a strong drive for results.