Actuarial Analyst

Network Recruitment

  • Cape Town, Western Cape
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Actuarial Analyst – Investments & Portfolio ValuationAs an Actuarial Analyst, you’ll be part of a high-performing investment team, driving pricing strategies, building robust financial models, and shaping decisions that directly impact portfolio performance and business growth.What You’ll Do:
  • Conduct detailed portfolio valuations and pricing analysis of non-performing debt portfolios.
  • Build and maintain advanced financial models using techniques such as DCF, machine learning, Markov-chain models, and runoff triangles.
  • Perform sensitivity testing and overlay proxy portfolios to assess risks and returns.
  • Contribute to the design of internal valuation scorecards and automation of pricing processes.
  • Collect, clean, and analyse large datasets, identifying KPIs that drive performance.
  • Partner with Investment Executives to evaluate opportunities and make data-driven pricing recommendations.
  • Stay ahead of market and industry trends, challenging existing methods to improve performance.
What We’re Looking For:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
  • 3+ years’ experience in financial modelling, valuation, or credit risk analysis.
  • Solid technical skills in SQL, Excel, and Python.
  • Strong background in valuation, credit risk analysis, and data analytics.
  • Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • A problem-solver with the confidence to innovate and continuously improve processes.
Why Apply?:
  • Exposure to cross-border markets and multiple industries.
  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including funeral, life, and disability cover.
  • Paid maternity leave and early childhood development support.
  • A role that rewards initiative, independence, and analytical excellence.
If you’re ready to take ownership of investment valuation and bring insight that drives real-world impact, then we want to hear from you!Apply directly by sending your CV to
For more finance jobs, please visit />If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future opportunities.For more information contact:
Heidi Joubert – Specialist Recruitment Consultant: Actuarial and Analytical

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