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  • Posted: May 7, 2021
    Deadline: Not specified
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    Since our establishment in 1918, Sanlam has been a prominent part of the South African business landscape. We have always held a long-term view of how business adapts to the demands of the environment in which it operates. Today, in a dynamic world, we see an evolving set of social, economic, political and environmental imperatives that require our skilfu...
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    Business Analyst (Re-run)

    The role of the Business Analyst is to ensure the smooth and effective running the Sanport system, related processes, relevant tools and applications, the ease of use of these relevant tools, processes and applications, as utilised by the intermediary, thus enhancing the intermediary’s experience - as well as the end-user customer’s experience. The role is also responsible to reduce and prevent any business risks associated with the use of system tools and applications by the intermediaries and to manage and facilitate the resolution of system issues, as well as driving any enhancements that are identified or suggested. The role also manages and take ownership of allocated projects and tasks, as well as assigned resources.

    What will make you successful in this role?

    • Identify & define business requirements for new business models or changes to existing models, including application requirements, Business Requirements Specification (BRS) & test cases
    • Analyse & design new business processes
    • Define & design changes to existing processes as required & ensure integration of changes into process environment
    • Work with the SanlamConnect Business Solutions Manco, architects, partners & other team members to define non-functional requirements (including metrics & performance goals) for the application
    • Participate in transitioning the requirements to systems analysts & designers, and ensure a clear & complete understanding of the requirements
    • Document these requirements and designs
    • Participate in quality management reviews throughout the SDLC to ensure requirements are fulfilled
    • Perform testing to ensure that business requirements have been met

    Qualification And Experience

    • Relevant diploma or degree
    • Business Analyst qualification will be advantageous
    • Website design and maintenance experience will be advantageous
    • Understanding of SQL database design and architecture
    • At least 5-7 years related business analyst experience within the Financial Services industry

    Knowledge And Skills

    • MS: Office (Excel, Word, PP)
    • Sound financial services industry knowledge and understanding of the context
    • Understanding of policy services systems
    • Claims, Portfolio etc. understanding of how these systems integrate with one another
    • Understanding of web services etc.
    • Understanding of system architectures (i.e.: Web based architecture)
    • Business and functional process specifications
    • Business/technical process mapping
    • Understanding of Financial Services sales processes
    • Basic Financial Product knowledge / Product life cycle knowledge - I have added this
    • A good understanding of the system development life cycle

    Personal attributes

    • Action orientated
    • Focus on quality
    • Communicates Effectively
    • A technical (systems) mindset
    • Conceptual and analytical thinking abilities
    • Able to influence and gain commitment from stakeholders and partners
    • Quality and accuracy orientation
    • High adherence to work standards
    • Structured, organised and good planning
    • Able to work with data complexity (especially financial and accounting data)
    • Adaptable and flexible to change
    • High energy levels and action orientation
    • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
    • High regard for continuous improvement, growth and self-development

    Core competencies

    • Customer Focus
    • Cultivates Innovation
    • Drives Results
    • Collaborates
    • Being flexible and adaptable

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    Actuarial Bursary-holder Liaison : RA Actuarial (PG 7/8)

    To be a support system to all Bursars and advise them about academic and personal decisions.

    To ensure that the administration of Actuarial studies (Bursaries (current and future)) and external beneficiaries (Universities) operate within the guidelines of both the Company and the Universities.

    Output/Core Tasks

    • Supporting Sanlam Actuarial bursary-holders
    • Liaison with study institutions regarding student accounts and results;
    • Follow up on & administer academic progress of bursars;
    • Arrange and book campus visits
    • Maintain student files and database, ensuring data integrity;
    • Administer student budgets and reconcile reimbursements.
    • Responsible for the effective co-ordination of all matters relating to actuarial studies

    What will make you successful in this role?

    Requirements

    Qualifications

    • Tertiary qualification in Business Administration or similar

    Experience

    & Knowledge

    • Minimum 5 years’ experience of operating a student record of similar system
    • Familiarity with Actuarial Science as a career.
    • Familiarity with the Sanlam Group structure.
    • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
    • Experience in higher education administrative or bursaries environment will be an added advantage;
    • Valid Driver’s License + own vehicle will be an added advantage
    • Ability to travel

    Personal Requirements

    • Managing work independently
    • Effective time management
    • Stress tolerance
    • Ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels
    • Flexibility to manage several activities simultaneously
    • Ability to work on own initiative and be proactive
    • High attention to detail and concern for accuracy
    • Excellent interpersonal skills
    • Ability to interact with clients and management at all levels

    Method of Application

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