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Sanlam
Actuarial Analyst x 2 | Sandton
Sandton
FULL TIME
September 18, 2024
The successful candidate will assist with the end-to-end first line actuarial function for a number of the short-term insurers in the Sanlam Allianz portfolio. This will include the delivery of all published, statutory and Sanlam Group reporting requirements, including working closely with the Head of Actuarial Function. It will also include assisting experience investigations, solvency management, asset-liability management, reinsurance optimization, forecast and budgeting, amongst other first-line actuarial responsibilities. The role will require the candidate to build relationships with the local management teams and Sanlam Allianz General Insurance stakeholders.
- Perform detailed data analysis and build actuarial models to support reserving and reporting activities.
- Coordinate reserving committees (set up and report results to inform decision making)
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all actuarial models.
- Build and improve on existing reserving models to support with interim and year-end valuation and management reporting.
- Support the preparation of IFRS 17 reports, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards.
- Assist in developing models and methodologies for IFRS 17 implementation across the group.
- Data management and improvement of processes
- Perform, analyse and explain results of Actual versus Expected exercises conducted.
- Update any reserving bases as necessary based on experience outcomes.
- Participate in the automation of actuarial processes, transitioning from manual and spreadsheet-based methods to more advanced and efficient systems.
- Collaborate with IT and data teams to implement automation solutions.
- Assist with asset liability management processes.
- Assist with reinsurance management and optimisation.
- Assist the central actuarial team with local capital management for regulatory and economic capital requirements.
- Establish and maintain relationships with in-country teams.
- Work closely with other actuarial teams across the region to share best practices and ensure consistent methodologies.
- Communicate actuarial findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest actuarial methods, tools, and industry developments.
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Engage in professional development opportunities and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Actuarial Science degree
- Good progress in completing actuarial exams
- One to three years relevant experience
- Previous experience with general insurance actuarial reporting including IFRS will be beneficial.
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Attempted or Completed F103 and/or F203 (ASSA) or similar General Insurance technical examinations will be beneficial.
- Proficiency in R, Python, Res Q or other actuarial software will be beneficial
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and cloud-based platforms (e.g., Databricks) is advantageous.
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Ability to think critically and develop innovative solutions to complex actuarial challenges.
- Strong technical and operational ability
- Strong focus on operational processes
- Quality and detail orientation and concern for accuracy
- An ability to think creatively and challenge the status quo, bringing new ideas to the table.
- Effective communicator of technical information
- A strong team player who values collaboration and understands the importance of diverse perspectives.
- Decision making ability
- Curiosity and Willingness to Learn
- Demonstrates a strong sense of integrity and takes responsibility for their work.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and open to change.
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