Latest Jobs at Guardrisk

Role Purpose    

• As a data scientist, you will play a key role in leveraging data to drive insights, inform decision-making, and enhance our life and non-life insurance operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative data-driven solutions that address business challenges and improve overall performance. 

Requirements    

• Bachelors degree/ diploma in one of the following fields: Informatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or Information Technology
• Proven experience working as a data scientist or in a similar role, preferably in the life and non-life insurance industry. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java, as well as in data analysis and machine learning libraries ( TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
• At least 4 years working experience in the following:
• Power BI (essential)
• Azure Data Factories (essential)
• Azure Synapse Analytics (essential)
• Python / R, C , C#, Java (critical)
• Microsoft SQL Server (critical)
• T-SQL (critical)
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex ideas in a clear and concise manner
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts, data modeling techniques, and experimental design principles

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Participate in the analysis, design, development, troubleshooting and support of the reporting and analytics platform
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and correlations
• Generate and test working hypotheses, and interpret results to provide actionable insights
• Develop, implement and validate machine learning algorithms and statistical models
• Build and operationalize predictive models to unearth hidden insights
• Collaborate with actuaries, underwriters, and other stakeholders to integrate data science solutions into existing workflows and processes
• Develop BI solutions using SQL, ETL scripting, business intelligence tools, database programming and reporting tools on the Microsoft BI Stack
• Build scalable data pipelines and infrastructure for collecting, processing, and analyzing large volumes of structured and unstructured data
• Automation of recurring processes and the monitoring thereof
• Must have prior experience developing business intelligence solutions in large or midsize companies
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and react to problems quickly
• Must have extensive experience with T-SQL
• Must be able to develop, maintain, review, and explain predictive models
• Understanding of the financial services industry desired, especially Insurance
• Experience using data visualization tools, e.g., Power BI 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to translate business requirements into actionable insights
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)

Competencies    

• Business acumen 
• Analytical 
• Good communication skills 

Deadline:10th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• As a Sales Consultant at Zestlife, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional sales service resulting in the generation of business from new and existing clients, therefore contributing to the company's profitability and growth.

Requirements    

• Minimum of 2 years of Sales Call Centre experience. You would be selling short or long-term insurance.
• Matric (Grade 12) Essential
• RE (Advantageous)
• FAIS requirements based on DOFA date, i.e. Wealth Management qualification 

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Sell insurance products: Generate new business and upsell/cross-sell to existing clients via outbound calls.
• Provide exceptional customer service: Deliver a positive customer experience, ensuring customer needs are met and concerns are addressed.
• Meet sales targets: Achieve individual sales targets, contributing to the company's profitability and growth.
• Build and maintain relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring customer loyalty and retention.
• Stay up-to-date with industry knowledge: Maintain a good understanding of insurance products, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Comply with regulatory requirements: Ensure adherence to FAIS requirements, industry standards, and company policies.
• Use effective sales techniques: Employ probing and questioning techniques to identify customer needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Maintain accurate records: Keep accurate and up-to-date records of customer interactions, sales, and other relevant information.
• Participate in training and development: Engage in ongoing training and development to improve sales skills, product knowledge, and industry expertise.

Competencies    

• Well-spoken with excellent presentation and communication skills (telephonically and written)
• Presentation and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of financial service products (Advantageous)
• Computer Literate (MS Office, Email and Internet)
• Demonstrate sales behaviours (deal with difficult clients, competitive, achieving, persistent)
• Excellent compliance and quality assurance.
• Use of effective probing and questioning technique

Deadline:11th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• The Compliance Manager will be mainly responsible for driving the monitoring and oversight programme and for the reporting of the Compliance Results for group licenses and with laws, good governance prescripts, the rules and regulations of regulators, that company policies and procedures are being followed and that there is a compliance culture within the Group.

Requirements    
Qualifications

• BCom General / Law or LLB.
• Compliance Management Certificate from the Compliance Institute or equivalent.

Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 7 years insurance compliance experience of which 2 years must have been in a Management Role with insurance compliance as area of specialisation.
• Knowledge of legislative framework including Companies Act, Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, Insurance Act, Short-term and/or Long-term insurance regulatory framework and other relevant legislation affecting the company.
• Knowledge and understanding of Financial Intelligence Centre Act, Anti Money Laundering legislation and exposure to operational risk will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of compliance processes and requirements
• Analysis of Bills and new government policy which may impact the organisation.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Responsible for the development of a Compliance monitoring programme for the company.
• To develop, initiate, maintain and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the Compliance Function of the Company and its related activities to prevent and mitigate non- compliance with all applicable laws.
• Managing of the day-to-day operation of the Compliance Function.
• Developing, periodically reviewing, and updating Codes of Conduct to ensure relevance in providing guidance to management in respect of compliance.
• Cultivating and managing working relationship with a variety of stakeholders including third parties, Industry Associations, and all areas of the business to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution.
• Consulting with the legal and risk departments as required to resolve complex legal compliance issues.
• Responding to alleged contravention of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and codes of conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures.
• Developing and overseeing a system for uniform handling of such violations.
• Acting as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance issues/concerns within the organisation are being appropriately evaluated, investigated, and resolved.
• Assisting in identifying potential areas of compliance, vulnerability, and risk.
• Developing and implementing corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues.
• Providing general guidance on how to avoid, address or prevent recurring breaches in the future.
• Ensuring proper reporting of violations or potential violations.
• Instituting and maintaining an effective compliance communication and compliance training program for the organisation.
• Monitoring the performance of the Compliance Function and relates activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.

Deadline:10th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• Accurately control and process financial information and prepare financial reports and analysis to enable business processes in respect of investment accounting.Manage a team of accountants and be able to review, guide and assist where necessary.

Requirements    

• Degree in Accounting or Investment / Financial Management
• Completed Articles / Traineeship (Advantageous)
• CA / CFA / ACCA / CIMA (Advantageous) 
• At least 5 years experience in accounting or investments
• At least 3 years management experience
• At least 3 years Insurance experience

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Management of the accounting and reporting function for investment assets for Guardrisk Insurance, Guardrisk Life and Guardrisk Microinsurance, being subsidiaries of Guardrisk Group (a subsidiary of the Momentum Group) and being licensed cell captive insurers.
• Manage a small team of accountants and provide assistance, support, training and transfer of skills.
• Oversee and assist in the accurate, efficient and timely capturing and reporting of investment transactions in the general ledger for the licensed cell captive insurers above.
• Review and /or prepare investment instructions, ensuring authorisation by correct level of authority in terms of company policies.
• Ensure adherence to investment mandates and ensure non-compliance is corrected and reported.
• Take accountability for the review and system allocation of investment returns to cell clients and various portfolios on each license.
• Compile or review monthly, quarterly and year-end reconciliations
• Identify, investigate, resolve and report any discrepancies.
• Provide support relating to investment related transactions to investment accountants, portfolio managers, portfolio accountants, actuarial team and other colleagues.
• Prepare and/or review quarterly reporting templates to various regulators (Prudential Authority, South African Reserve Bank etc.) and board committees.
• Prepare/provide guidance/review adhoc returns required from various regulators, management or Momentum Group.
• Contribute to the enhancement of systems, processes and controls in order to enhance financial management.
• Review and or prepare and provide necessary documentation to complete timely audit both for client and Guardrisk.
• Contribute to the audit process and resolve any audit queries within the set timelines.
• Preparation of annual budgets and monitoring monthly results against budget.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Identify operational and financial risks and assist in implementation of mitigating controls.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service within the organisation.
• Provide authoritative expertise and advice to external clients and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with external clients and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver on service level agreements made with internal and external stakeholders and clients.
• Make recommendations to improve client service within area of responsibility.
• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers 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 through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership for driving career development.
• Manage high risk and problematic financial issues in area of accountability and contribute to the development of policy.
• Identify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.
• Implement and manage financial risk methodologies, techniques and systems and use to monitor and report on financial activities.
• Implement and provide feedback on the effectiveness of financial policy, practice and procedures preventing illegal, unethical or improper conduct.

Competencies    

• Business Acumen
• Collaboration
• Client/Stakeholder Commitment
• Impact and Influence
• Drive for Results
• Self-Awareness and Insight
• Leads Change and Innovation
• Diversity and Inclusiveness

Deadline:28th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• The work will consist of providing high quality, service driven and client focused reporting for Guardrisk Life Ltd, a licenced life insurer, part of the Guardrisk Group with ultimate holding company Momentum Group Ltd. Reporting responsibilities include preparation of all SAM returns, IFRS financial statements, group reporting packs, tax returns (including calculation of taxes payable), completion of all SARS related reporting and add hoc requests.  In addition, the role will also be responsible to perform the accounting function for a portfolio of clients.

Requirements    
Qualifications

• Bcom Accounting
• CA(SA)
• 3-5 years post article experience

Experience

• 2 years post article experience in the life insurance industry.
• Audit experience in life insurance industry.
• General understanding of industry, statutory guidelines and insurance law.
• Experience with calculation of five fund tax applicable to life insurance companies.
• Cell captive experience preferred.
• Experience preparing statutory reports, including SAM, SARB, NCR, SARS etc. (at least two years).
• Experience preparing IFRS 17 financial statements for life insurance companies.
• Good understanding of IFRS 17 principals preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Outputs

• Prepare SAM quarterly and annual returns.
• Prepare annual financial statements on an IFRS basis.
• Calculate, prepare and submit all SARS related deliverables including income tax returns, PAYE returns, dividend and interest withholding tax submissions etc.
• Preparation and submission of group reporting packs.
• Support portfolio accountants with technical queries.
• Preparation and approval of payment instructions.
• Identify and report where necessary or resolve if possible respective accounting or reporting issues.
• Portfolio support and management/servicing by working closely with the portfolio managers and other colleagues (especially the actuarial function).
• Special Projects assigned within the group.
• Contribute to the enhancement of systems and processes in order to enhance financial management with Guardrisk and to contribute to creating reporting efficiencies in order to simplify processes and reduce reporting timelines.
• Profit reporting for Guardrisk Life.
• Take responsibility for management of the year-end external audit process, as well as periodic internal audit processes.
• Perform accounting function for a portfolio of clients, including making payments and completion of the client trial balance.
• Provide technical support to portfolio managers, portfolio accountants and external clients.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership for driving career development.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate and contribute to a culture which build rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service within the organisation.
• Ability to work in a team but also work independently.

Engage with clients in a client centric manner (Client Services)

• Provide authoritative, expertise and advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver on service level agreements made with internal and external stakeholders and clients.
• Make recommendations to improvement client service within area of responsibility.
• Participate and contribute to a culture which build rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service.

Self-management and teamwork (People)

• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers 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 through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership for driving career development.
• Manage budget and implement sound financial controls (Finance)
• Manage high risk and problematic financial issues in area of accountability and contribute to the development of policy.
• Identify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.
• Implement and manage financial risk methodologies, techniques and systems and use to monitor and report on financial activities.
• Implement and provide feedback on the effectiveness of financial policy, practice and procedures preventing illegal, unethical or improper conduct.
• Investigate reported wilful acts of non-compliance to organisation policy and practice and report on findings.

Deadline:28th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• Guardrisk Life is looking for a New Business Portfolio Manager to join our Affinities Life Marketing team.
• You will play an instrumental part in growing the Guardrisk Life business by marketing Guardrisk Life products and value proposition in line with strategy.
• The ideal candidate is a person that wants to actively drive new business and corporate transactions. This is a client-facing role and will involve collaboration with clients and technical teams to develop and take to market tailored risk solutions. 

Requirements    

• Relevant Degree and/or Insurance qualification.
• Marketing team consists of individuals with various technical skills such as actuaries, attorneys, accountants.
• Candidate will be required to obtain an RE5 designation.
• 2 - 4 years’ experience in the insurance and financial services industries.
• Strong life insurance knowledge with excellent people skills to negotiate optimal solutions with various stakeholders.
• Preferred: Dealmaking experience a definite advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Identify, develop and drive new business opportunities, value propositions and proposals in line with Guardrisk Life’s strategy.
• Identify and consult with prospective clients on their business goals to position insurance as a commercial opportunity that can grow their revenue. This engagement encompasses the full insurance value chain; the strategic objectives of the target company and commercial structures.
• This includes taking responsibility for the following functions with assistance from the larger team and technical areas.
• Deal structuring.
• Advising clients on operating models in an outsourced insurance value chain.
• Taking clients through the Guardrisk Life new business process.
• Preparing business cases for consideration at the Guardrisk Life New Business and Product Management Committees.
• Identify and consult with prospective clients on their business goals to position insurance as a commercial opportunity that can grow their revenue.
• Managing opportunities from prospect to execution phase. This includes consulting with prospective clients to refine business cases (commercial viability; products, reinsurance etc.) and managing prospects through Guardrisk Life’s due diligence processes.
• Marketing and cross selling of Guardrisk Life’s products and services to existing clients.
• Assisting clients with product development for third-party risks.

Competencies    

• Results-driven in pursuing new business opportunities.
• Well-developed people skills.
• Ability to liaise and build relationships with different stakeholders at all levels of the value chain.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Business acumen.
• Deadline driven and an ability to work under pressure.
• Ability and willingness to learn complex concepts and apply learnings to understand and interpret financial statements and insurance valuation reports.
• Ability to operate both independently as well as play a role in the Guardrisk Life team and to contribute to the greater Guardrisk group.

Deadline:28th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• Accurately control and process financial information and prepare financial reports and analysis to enable business processes in respect of client accounting.
• Manage a team of accountants and be able to review, guide and assist where necessary.

Requirements    
Qualifications

• Degree in Financial Management or Accounting
• Completed Articles / Traineeship
• Chartered Accountant (advantageous)

Experience

• 8 - 10 years’ experience in accounting (non-CA(SA))
• 3 - 5 years post articles (CA(SA))
• 3 - 5 years management experience
• Insurance experience preferred

Duties & Responsibilities    
Coordinate and control financial management process

(Internal Process)

• Management of the accounting function for Guardrisk Life cell captive clients (by portfolio of clients allocated).
• Accurately, efficiently and timely capturing and reporting of transactions for their portfolio of clients.
• Review and /or prepare payments documents and obtain the necessary source documentation and authorisation to effect payments timely and with the determined service level agreement levels.
• Review and approve the general ledger journal allocations based on levels of authority and policy.
• Review all documentation to ensure that the correct level of authority has authorised the document and raise any exceptions with the relevant stakeholder.
• Prepare and review financial transactions and reporting of each client within their portfolio of clients.
• Compile and prepare monthly and year end reconciliations of their portfolio of clients, including the review of the teams reconciliations.
• Identify and report respective accounting or reporting issues.
• Investigate and resolve any outstanding queries in relation to accounting issues.
• Portfolio support and management/servicing by working closely with the portfolio manager and other colleagues.
• Identify and resolve problem sources or escalate to relevant level of authority.
• Special Projects assigned with the group.
• Meeting company and client accounting, payment and reporting deadlines.
• Contribute to the enhancement of systems and processes issues to enhance financial management.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Identify and reconcile discrepancies and problems.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients as well as internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate and contribute to a culture which build rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service within the organisation.
• Prepare and provide necessary documentation to complete timely audit both for client and Guardrisk.
• Contribute to the audit process and resolve any audit queries within the deadlines set.
• Manage a team of accountants and provide assistance, support and transfer of skills and training.
• Perform the review functions of the cells and provided feedback where required.

Engage with clients in a client centric manner

(Client Services)

• Provide authoritative, expertise and advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver on service level agreements made with internal and external stakeholders and clients.
• Make recommendations to improvement client service within area of responsibility.
• Participate and contribute to a culture which build rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service.

Self-management and teamwork

(People)

• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers 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 through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership for driving career development.

Manage budget and implement sound financial controls

(Finance)

• Manage high risk and problematic financial issues in area of accountability and contribute to the development of policy.
• Identify solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.
• Implement and manage financial risk methodologies, techniques and systems and use to monitor and report on financial activities.
• Implement and provide feedback on the effectiveness of financial policy, practice and procedures preventing illegal, unethical or improper conduct.
• Investigate reported wilful acts of non-compliance to organisation policy and practice and report on findings.

Deadline:28th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• Underwriter Financial Lines risks delivering profitable, sustainable growth in accordance with underwriting guidelines, reinsurance treaties, and regulatory requirements. Build and maintain broker relationships, execute timely and sound underwriting decisions, and contribute to the line’s portfolio strategy, product development, and market positioning.

Requirements    
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as above; post-grad (e.g., Hons/LLB/CA(SA)/CFA/ACII/AIISA/FCII) advantageous.

Experience

• At least 5–8 years demonstrable Financial Lines underwriting with portfolio ownership and broker relationship leadership.
• Proven complex account negotiation capability.
• Full FAIS/FSCA compliance and a track record of coaching/mentoring junior underwriters.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Technical Underwriting

• Underwrite new and renewal risks D&O, FI, Crime/Fidelity and related products, within delegated underwriting authority.
• Perform comprehensive risk assessment: financial statement analysis, management quality, claims history, industry risk, control environment, governance, and limit/profile adequacy.
• Structure terms: limits, deductibles/retentions, wordings, endorsements, coinsurance, and market pricing aligned to portfolio strategy.
• Approve or refer submissions in line with referral matrices, document rationale and file underwriting to audit standards.
• Ensure policy forms comply with reinsurance, legal and regulatory requirements; align with TCF principles.

Portfolio & Profitability Management

• Manage a defined broker panel and book of business, monitoring loss ratio, rate change, retention, new business hit ratio, exposure aggregation, and capacity utilisation.
• Proactively drive rate adequacy and remedial actions on deteriorating segments (wording changes, pricing, declinatures, sub-limits, risk-improvement warranties).
• Collaborate with actuarial and claims to analyse trends, loss drivers, and recommend product/wording or pricing updates.

Broker Engagement

• Develop and execute broker engagement plans; conduct underwriting meetings, deal negotiations and portfolio reviews.
• Provide technical support on wording/coverage, and participate in marketing initiatives.
• Maintain high service standards: turnaround times, clarity of terms, and professional communication.

Governance, Compliance & Controls

• Maintain accurate, complete underwriting records for internal audit and reinsurer review.
• Support credit control.

Competencies    

• Financial analysis (balance sheet strength, leverage, liquidity, cash flow, earnings quality).
• Coverage and wording mastery (D&O, FI, Crime/Fidelity,).
• Negotiation & influencing with brokers clients.
• Decision quality under time pressure; commercial judgement with technical rigor.
• Collaboration across Claims, Reinsurance, Actuarial, Legal/Compliance, Finance/Credit Control.

Deadline:9th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• To provide independent review and validation of actuarial assumptions, IFRS 17 and SAM basis setting, Prophet and ResQ model development for both IFRS 17 and SAM and other ad-hoc activities across the first-line Balance Sheet Management functions.

Requirements    
Qualifications

• Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (with Life Fellowship preferable)
• Preferable – Life practicing certificate

Experience

• Minimum 10 years post-qualification actuarial experience, with at least 5 years in a senior validation, modelling, or assumption governance role.

Knowledge

• Advanced understanding of Life valuations across both IFRS 17 and SAM
• Core Prophet model development capability
• Advanced understanding of IFRS 17 and SAM standards
• Advanced understanding of financial reinsurance mechanics

Duties & Responsibilities    
Responsibilities, work outputs and individual contribution

Assumption and Model Reviews

• Prepare assumption review and model development review workplans
• Review actuarial assumptions (e.g., Lapses, Mortality, Expenses etc.) used in long contract boundary models
• Review and pressure test contract boundary assumptions across both IFRS 17 and SAM.

Modelling and Validation

• Review and validate gross and financial reinsurance Prophet modelling and associated output (existing and new models) on a SAM and IFRS 17 basis, including ORSA projections
• Review IBNR triangulation

Results and Reporting

• Provide high-level review of IFRS 17 and SAM Annual results
• Document and communicate output of reviews and validations to Balance Sheet Management Functions and broader stakeholders

Governance & Oversight

• Work with outsourced Head of Actuarial Function to provide comfort on validations performed and output thereof, feeding into Head of Actuarial Function review processes.

Competencies    

• Developing Strategies: Are comfortable leading people; coordinates and directs groups; seeks to control things.
• Examining information: Analyses and processes information; asks probing questions; strives to find solutions to problems.
• Interpreting Data: Interprets data rationally by quantifying issues; applies technology as a means to evaluating data; evaluates information objectively
• Providing Insights: Is focused on continuously improving things; provides insights by identifying key issues; makes intuitive judgements.

Deadline:12th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• The Structuring and Solutions team forms the key point of contact between the different segments and the technical support areas, focusing on client service and client solution development. This role forms part of a diverse team that includes experienced Data scientists, Actuarial analysts and Qualified Actuaries. This position will be to assist with pricing, product development and providing insights to the Guardrisk General Insurance (“GGI”) business. The GGI business is a strategic aspect of the Guardrisk Insurance business as it forms Guardrisk’s own risk-taking segment of the business. The role will providing technical support in the form of pricing, product review and development of new and existing business for this business.

Requirements    

• An Actuarial or bachelor’s degree with mathematics or statistics as majors.
• Associate Actuary or making good progress with Associate level exams.
• 5 years' relevant work experience.
• Modelling experience.
• Coding knowledge in SQL, Python and R advantageous.
• Knowledge of insurance products, contracts and relevant industry legislations.
• Sound numerical skills and computer literacy is essential especially in the use of MS Excel, MS Word and SQL.
• Skills / Experience in extraction would be advantageous.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Take accountability for all product development and pricing frameworks.
• Coordination with IT, underwriters, claims teams and product owners to develop holistic understandings of various products and processes within the space.
• Lead rate reviews and re-pricing exercises for the existing product suite to maintain technical soundness and market competitiveness.
• Oversee the assessment and approval of new product offerings, ensuring they are commercially viable and compliant.
• Review and ensure the accuracy of fellow team members' work.
• Provide guidance to junior actuarial analysts.
• Improve tools and processes that monitor the accuracy of policy values.
• Investigate, quantify and explain any deviations and advise on corrective measures.
• Ensure that all projects to be implemented adhere to audit and risk management requirements.
• Collaboration with external business support to define and develop the pricing models and processes.
• Support clients in the design and development of bespoke products, with a focus on innovation, profitability, and sustainability.
• Manage financial performance reporting, including monitoring product profitability and adherence to best-practice actuarial standards.
• Act as a senior technical advisor to both management and external stakeholders, translating complex actuarial insights into actionable business decisions. 

Competencies    

• Ability to examine and interpret data and provide insights.
• Strong technical expertise.
• Achievement orientation.
• Effectively manage time and ensure optimal productivity.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Results and solution focused.
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independent of supervision.
• Naturally inquisitive mind set, with a strong innovative tendency.
• Self Confidence.
• Flexibility to cope with pressure and setbacks.
• Delivering results and meeting expectations.

Deadline:10th February,2026

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Role Purpose    

• The Talent Acquisition Specialist focuses on sourcing, placing, and managing candidates throughout the recruitment Lifecyle, while ensuring a seamless and positive experience for both candidates and the business. 

Requirements    
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources/ industrial psychology or related field
• Registration as a Psychometrist will be an added advantage

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a focus on sourcing and managing talent pipelines
• Experience using various recruitment platforms
• Exposure to psychometric assessment tools advantageous
• Reputable talent sourcing at all managerial levels essential including Executive search 

Duties & Responsibilities    
Talent Sourcing, Attraction and placement

• Partner closely with the Human Capital (HC) team and business leaders to develop and implement targeted talent sourcing strategies.
• Proactively source and attract high-quality candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and other channels.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand role requirements and define recruitment strategies.
• Build and maintain a strong network of passive and active candidates through diverse sourcing channels.
• Ensure job advertisements are accurate, engaging, and aligned with Guardrisk branding, while cleaning up and updating ads as necessary.
• Drafts offer letters for successful candidates working closely with the HCBP.
• Support in negotiating offers and managing the pre-onboarding process.

Role profile management

• Works closely with the HC team and leaders to coordinate and ensure that role profiles are up to date and aligned to the Guardrisk Competency framework.
• Ensure role profiles are aligned with the organizational competency framework.

Screening and Interview coordination

• Conduct thorough screening of candidates to assess fit, skills, and experience for both immediate and future opportunities.
• Partner with hiring managers and HC Business Partner to ensure alignment with role requirements and company culture.
• Schedule and arrange interviews, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for both candidates and the team.
• Provide timely communication to candidates regarding interview schedules, expectations, and any necessary preparations.

 Talent Pool Management

• Develop and manage ongoing talent pools for key roles, including niche skill sets or high-demand positions.
• Maintain strong relationships with potential candidates to ensure a consistent flow of talent.

Candidate experience and feedback

• Ensure a positive, seamless experience for candidates by providing timely communication and guidance throughout the recruitment process.
• Gather feedback from candidates on their experience, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance the recruitment process.
• Provide respectful and constructive feedback to unsuccessful candidates, maintaining professionalism and a positive company image.

General Human Capital administration

• Provides regular reports on recruitment activities, talent pool status, candidate experience, and any other monthly recruitment spend.
• Clean up and analyse recruitment data to identify trends, make recommendations and enhance recruitment strategies.
• Ensure regular recruitment check-in’s and that all recruitment data is up to date.
• General human capital administration, including organisational effectiveness support.
• Monitor and report on assessment, reference checks and agency fee expenditures.
• Ensure spending remains within approved budgets and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Liaise with vendors and internal finance teams as needed.

Competencies    

• Taking Action: Takes action to make things happen; uses initiative to start things up; shows drive and invests personal energy.
• Checking things: Is meticulous in finding errors; ensures accuracy by being thorough and checking details; produces high quality work by being detailed.
• Managing tasks: Manages tasks by being organised and methodical; plans activities systematically; sets priorities for tasks
• Producing output: Is focused on activity and works quickly; keeps busy and maintains productivity; is comfortable multi-tasking to produce output.
• Upholding standards: Behaves ethically and justly; is discreet and maintains confidentiality; meets commitments by acting with integrity.
• Team working: Works participatively with others; is democratic and encourages team contributions; collaboratively involves others in decision-making.
• Embracing change : Copes with change and variety; tolerates uncertainty and ambiguity; adapts to new challenges.

Deadline:10th February,2026