Senior Actuarial Analyst - Sandton - The Recruitment Council

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    Job Description:


    The Senior Actuarial Analyst is responsible for providing expert actuarial support to the team while mentoring junior analysts.


    Key Responsibilities:


    • Model Deployment and Testing:
      • Lead the planning and implementation of system changes, collaborating with users to define needs and design solutions.
      • Conduct impact and sensitivity analysis prior to deployments, translating results to inform business decisions on pricing adjustments.
      • Oversee testing to ensure smooth deployment and track product performance.
    • Actuarial Modeling:
      • Develop, maintain, and implement robust actuarial models to ensure accurate estimates.
      • All models will be clearly documented, outlining scope, definitions, data sources, and assumptions.
      • Ensure process documents are in place for stakeholders and to support new users, reducing the risk of errors in modeling.
    • Process Improvement and Innovation:
      • Identify weaknesses in current practices and implement improvements.
      • Stay current with industry developments and actively develop solutions to optimize efficiencies across the business.
      • Share insights with the team to enhance actuarial techniques and business processes.
    • Business Requirement Identification:
      • Work within the product development and pricing framework, handling the full actuarial control cycle from development through to monitoring.
      • Manage key metrics such as embedded value, profitability by product line, and value of new business, ensuring assumptions align with experience.
    • Stakeholder Engagement:
      • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to address product development needs and communicate project outcomes.
      • Maintain measurable service levels and offer actionable feedback to address business issues.
    • Data Collection and Analysis:
      • Extract and verify data for actuarial models, ensuring accuracy through reconciliation against credible sources like financial data.
      • Provide recommendations to address potential business impacts.
    • Insights and Reporting:
      • Prepare and present detailed reports and insights, ensuring regular validation against accurate data sources.
      • Deliver actionable recommendations to stakeholders based on analysis.
    • Operational Compliance:
      • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, relevant codes, and Actuarial Society of South Africa standards.
      • Identify and address non-compliance issues within the team.
    • Mentorship and Capability Building:
      • Provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their development and promoting process automation.
      • Encourage team collaboration to improve overall performance.
    • Performance Management:
      • Monitor team performance, ensure tasks meet deadlines, and uphold quality standards.
      • Contribute to performance reviews and provide corrective action when needed.

      Requirements:


      • Bachelor's or Honours degree in Actuarial Science or a related field.
      • Actuarial qualification or significant progress toward one.
      • At least 3 years of actuarial experience within the financial services sector.


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