Business Development- Pricing Actuary at Gen Re

Are you a dynamic and motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to make an impact in the Life/ Health insurance industry? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your analytical skills and business acumen can shine? This is a varied role which encompasses different aspects of the responsibilities of the actuaries within GRSA. This is a self-starting, client relationship role which demands the building of new business with the management of successful relationships, not only with clients but within the organization. 

 Key Responsibilities

• Manage and build Gen Re’s client portfolio
• Drive an understanding of the financial and risk management needs of client portfolio and strategize solutions/products to meet those needs
• Lead the negotiation of contractual work
• Enhance and propose the Life/Health marketing strategy
• Ensure quality and competitiveness of quotations and tenders
• Build and leverage C-Suite relationships both internally and externally
• Proactive involvement in industry events
• Represent Gen Re in industry forums – be known as an industry expert
• Create and deliver presentations and articles
• Support the workflow of the Business Development and Pricing Team to ensure quality, execution, and timeliness of work

Qualifications & Experience

•  We are looking for an individual who has proven experience building profitable business in a collaborative and inclusive manner. An individual who is a qualified actuary (FASSA) with reinsurance experience.

 Requirements

• The ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of people, both internally and externally
• Strong communication skills including verbal and written skills including the ability to summarize complex information clearly and concisely
• The ability to work in a methodical manner with good analytical skills
• Able to work under pressure in meeting internal and external deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills, particularly when in new situations or dealing with clients
• Consistent pursuit of excellence in execution and delivery
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in actuarial and/ or statistical software and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Prior work experience in pricing, product development or reinsurance
• Innovative and willingness to continually improve on processes and systems being used
• Must display client focus, creativity, intuition, integrity, decisiveness, collaboration, accountability and be prepared to represent the Gen Re with professionalism.
• Ability to prioritize, while remaining flexible to deal with changing work demands

Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with endless possibilities! Closing Date: 31 July 2023