Actuarial Assistant

Hire Resolve

  • Johannesburg, Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
A leading insurance company is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Actuarial Assistant to join its short-term insurance team. This role is ideal for a professional who is TASSA registered, has successfully completed all A-series exams, and brings hands-on actuarial experience in the short-term insurance sector.ResponsibilitiesSupport the development, maintenance, and enhancement of actuarial models within the short-term insurance environment.Conduct data analysis and experience investigations to inform reserving, pricing, and risk assessment.Assist in developing and validating assumptions used in short-term insurance pricing models.Prepare actuarial reports, analyses, and documentation to support decision-making across underwriting, finance, and risk functions.Provide actuarial input in the design and pricing of innovative, customer-focused short-term insurance products.Contribute to regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as SAM and IFRS 17.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including underwriting and product development, to ensure actuarial insights are effectively integrated into business strategies.Monitor actual versus expected results and provide recommendations for adjustments where needed.Participate in actuarial research and development projects aimed at improving modelling techniques and efficiency.RequirementsTASSA registered with the Actuarial Society of South Africa.Completion of all A-series exams (Core technical exams).Minimum of 13 years actuarial experience, preferably in short-term insurance.Solid understanding of South African insurance regulations, including SAM and Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles.Strong technical and analytical skills with proficiency in actuarial tools such as Excel/VBA, R, Python, SQL, or Prophet.Ability to interpret actuarial results and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Keen attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.BenefitsMarket-related salaryOpportunity to grow within a leading insurance companyExposure to diverse actuarial projects within the short-term insurance spaceApply for this role today! Contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve or connect on LinkedIn.
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email your CV to:Please use "Actuarial Assistant (Short-Term Insurance)" as your subject line when applying via email.We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will keep your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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