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ROLE PURPOSE

• Analyse data by using statistical models in order to support the actuarial team in probability and cost calculations that impact the financial viability of products and pricing models.

OUTPUTS

INTERNAL PROCESS

• Analyse product related data from various sources to assess completeness and accuracy, identifying potential errors and irregularities, to ensure accuracy of client and product insights and analysis.
• Source and analyse competitor funeral products and pricing models to provide insight into product and pricing models for funeral solutions.
• Perform experience investigations, modelling and data analysis using specialised software, to support the actuarial team to develop new funera solutions and monitor experience on existing funeral solutions.
• Develop and maintain pricing models and basis.
• Prepare product health reports and present insights derived from analyses, to support decision-making and inform appropriate actions through various options and scenarios.
• Provide technical actuarial support to the funeral team and claims areas to support various initiatives.

CLIENT

• Build and maintain relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, such as IT, distribution, legal, service, claims and valuations.
• Make recommendations to improve client service and fair treatment of clients on funeral solutions
• Participate and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service.
• Conduct relevant research to inform pricing and design assumptions, projections and advice provided to the business, and to develop own expert opinion.

PEOPLE

• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, clients and stakeholders.
• Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation in funeral solution design and processes through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership for driving career development.
• Effectively manage time and ensure optimal productivity.
• Ensure technical product and legislative knowledge are always current in order to propose the most relevant and innovative client solutions and comply with governance requirements.
• Be self-confident, self-motivated and relentlessly pursue targets and goals.

FINANCE

• Identify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiency of funeral solutions.
• Provide input into the risk identification processes and communicate recommendations in the appropriate forum.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Formal qualifications

• Degree in Actuarial Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Mathematics or related field, Essential
• Honours degree in Actuarial Science, Desirable
• On-the-job training / qualifications, Important
• Specific Licensing Or Registration                         
• Actuarial student -Passed or have exemptions for at least 6 A1 or A2 level actuarial exams, Essential

Knowledge

• Actuarial modelling
• Statistical analysis techniques

Skills

• Proficient in MS Office Packages (MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Powerpoint, MS Excel)
• Experience in the following will be advantages:
• RiskAgility
• Prophet
• SQL
• VBA

EXPERIENCE

• 2-3 years’ experience in actuarial analysis
• Product development or pricing experience

Behavioural Competencies                        

• Examining Information
• Interpreting Data
• Providing Insights
• Exploring Possibilities     
• Articulating Information
• Meeting Timescales
• Checking Things
• Producing Output

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ROLE PURPOSE

• Build, manage and optimise commercial partnerships to ensure business growth aligned to the businesses strategic objectives.

COMPETENCY

• Motivating and Inspiring Team - Creates and maintains an open, positive working environment by generating commitment, building trust, a shared sense of purpose, and empowerment in others and encouraging them to contribute to the best of their ability.
• Collaboration - Prioritises the business interests of MMH and invests in the success of the group by aligning effort across divisions.
• Business Acumen - Understands how the business operates, what the key issues and risks are that drives business success; and how they impact on the commercial viability of potential ventures and the profitability of the Group
• Impact and Influence - Persuades, convinces, influences and inspires others, both within MMI and externally to win support, loyalty and gain commitment to the purpose of MMH.
• Client/ Stakeholder Commitment - Anticipates, meets and exceeds client’s needs by creating long lasting relationships that support the client value proposition, supports their financial wellness and ensures client centricity.
• Self-Awareness and Insight - Manages self and relationships with others effectively, deals with ambiguity, uncertainty and pressure, and provides perspective in difficult situations.
• Drive for Results Drive a sense of urgency, focus, accountability, agility and execution to deliver business results.
• Diversity and Inclusiveness - Is sensitive to individual and cultural differences and demonstrates humility and an openness to engage people from diverse backgrounds and cultures to the mutual benefit of all parties concerned.
• Leads Change and Innovation - Actively leads change, does what is right for the business and drives continuous improvement through innovation.
• Growing Talent - Takes responsibility for own development; and actively mentors, coaches and develops talent in others. Builds leadership bench strength for MMH by providing opportunities and experiences to develop skills, competencies and business knowledge.

WORK OUTPUT

• Ensure all test management principles is applied (Internal Process)
• Implement and control test automation framework and manage test automation requirements (Client Services)
• Self-management and teamwork (People)
• Contribute to financial controls and planning (Finance)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree or Diploma in Information Technology (i.e. Computer Science; Informatics; etc.) or relevant diploma
• ISTQB Certification

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years of experience in Selenium including DB and API testing
• 2+ years of experience in UFT including DB and API testing
• VBScript, Java or other OOP languages
• Test Management tools
• Understanding of Solutions Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Jenkins or any other CI/CD server