Actuary - Sandton, South Africa - Discovery Ltd.

Discovery Ltd.

Verified Company

Sandton, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Business Unit:
Discovery Health
Function:Actuarial Sciences
Date:12 Jun 2024- Discovery Health- Actuary- Why you should work at Discovery- Discovery is a high-performance organisation that prides itself in attracting the finest talent, we
challenge ourselves to find solutions that make a difference in the world. Our environment is always
buzzing with energetic, smart, and motivated people who have a bias for action and truly believe in the

core purpose and values of Discovery.- What you will do- Understand, analyse and optimize sales and distribution strategies across Discovery Health and Vitality using industry knowledge, analytical expertise and strategic insights.

- Responsibilities will include:

Develop new business strategy and analysis to lead distribution strategies,
Storyboard and communicate complex information in a coherent, succinct manner; and
Transform unstructured data into strategic insights to inform key business decisions.

Market expertise:

Detailed analysis, technical modelling and desktop research covering company performance, product utilisation, sales trends and competitor landscape to guide the business on future growth opportunities.

Sales and distribution leadership:

Responsible for strategic insights, ideas, and solutions to address sales and distribution priorities within Discovery Health and Vitality
Responsible for the successful product positioning and rollout of Discovery Health and Vitality's annual enhancements and product launches
Contribute to research and development through a deep understanding of the competitor space and market dynamics.
Produce white papers and thought leadership to elevate the Discovery Health and Vitality brands.

Broker Leadership:

Engage with distribution channels and brokers as a key decision maker to complex problems faced by Discovery Health and Discovery Vitality.
Position newly launched Health and Vitality products via nationwide webinars and roadshows to brokers.
Develop strong relationships with brokers as the key voice on distribution sentiment and product delivery.

Competencies

Selfstarter with a strong drive for excellence
Management and leadership skills
Strategic thinker
Exceptional analytical skills
Strong communication skills, with competencies of storyboarding, presentation preparation and data visualisation

Qualifications / Experience

Qualified actuary, with a minimum of 3 years' work experience.

Management consulting experience is advantageous.- EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.