Actuarial Specialist at Hollard Insurance

Job Advert Summary    

• The primary purpose of this role is to conduct actuarial valuations for the life insurance business across various countries within our organization. This pivotal position involves providing actuarial support to the business, facilitating key projects, and assisting the statutory actuary in meeting regulatory reporting requirements. Through these responsibilities, you will significantly contribute to enhancing the profitability and overall effectiveness of the business in achieving its objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Perform actuarial data analysis and prepare inputs for valuation and reporting processes Conduct actuarial calculations, including more complex modelling and analysis where needed.
• Support the valuation of policy liabilities and analysis of key financial drivers.
• Aid in the preparation of regulatory and statutory actuarial reports.
• Provide input into financial projections, budgeting, and business planning processes.
• Contribute to IFRS 17 reporting processes and related actuarial deliverables.
• Produce accurate and timely actuarial outputs for internal stakeholders.
• Review and validate work produced by actuarial analysts and junior team members Identify data issues or anomalies and recommend appropriate corrections.
• Apply actuarial methods, tools, and models in line with established standards and guidance.

Required Knowledge and Experience    

• Min 2–4 years actuarial experience, preferably within life insurance or valuation.
• Exposure to life insurance throughout Africa will be an added advantage.
• Ability to build strong relationships across diverse stakeholders, internally and externally, and in various countries and cultures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure while meeting internal and external deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Commitment to excellence in execution and delivery.
• Exceptional numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in IT skills (MS Office, SQL Server, working with large datasets).
• Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision

Personal Attributes:

• Integrity.
• Organisational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Results and Action orientated.
• Ability to present to various stakeholders.
• Ability to engage and build relationships with stakeholders from different backgrounds. 

Educational Requirements    

• Actuarial Science Degree
• Technical Member of the Actuarial Society of South Africa
• Minimum of 6 CTs

Deadline:19th June,2026