Senior Actuarial Manager
placements24Riverton (UT)
Senior Actuarial Manager
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placements24Riverton (UT)
SENIORITY
Manager
About the role
About the Role:
Our client, a leading and innovative insurer, is seeking an accomplished Senior Actuarial Manager to lead their dynamic actuarial team. This is a fully remote position, offering a unique opportunity to shape strategic direction and manage key actuarial functions from anywhere in South Africa. You will oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing management of complex actuarial models for pricing, reserving, and financial planning. This leadership role requires a visionary individual with deep technical expertise, strong management capabilities, and a strategic mindset. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of success in actuarial leadership, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving business growth through insightful actuarial analysis. We champion a remote-first culture that prioritizes collaboration and professional excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of actuarial professionals, fostering a high-performance culture. Oversee the development, validation, and implementation of sophisticated actuarial models for pricing, reserving, and financial forecasting. Set actuarial strategy and drive innovation in actuarial methodologies and tools. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and accounting standards related to actuarial functions. Collaborate with senior management across departments (e.g., finance, product development, risk) to provide strategic actuarial insights. Manage the actuarial aspects of product development, ensuring profitable and competitive product offerings. Represent the actuarial function in key business meetings and discussions. Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging trends, and technological advancements in actuarial science.
Requirements:
A Master's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative discipline. Fellowship of a recognized actuarial society (e.g., FIA, FASSA) is mandatory. A minimum of 10 years of progressive actuarial experience, with at least 5 years in a management or leadership role within the insurance sector. Extensive experience in life insurance or general insurance actuarial functions, including pricing, reserving, capital modeling, and Solvency II/IFRS 17 implementation. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, manage complex projects, and influence stakeholders at all levels. Expertise in actuarial software, modeling techniques, and data analysis tools. Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated success in driving change and delivering measurable business results in a remote environment.
Benefits:
A highly competitive annual salary of ZAR. Fully remote work arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility and work-life balance. Significant annual bonus potential tied to performance. Executive-level health, retirement, and other benefits. Generous professional development allowance and opportunities for leadership training. Lead impactful projects and contribute significantly to the company's success. A stimulating and supportive virtual environment for senior professionals.
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