Vacancies at Guardrisk

Role Purpose    

• The role will play an integral part at Guardrisk, working in a unique environment along with our clients and internal teams to review and sign off on new/changing products and pricing. This role includes technical pricing work, working on multiple other facets of the solutions, working with clients, structuring of deals, solving interesting problems in the business and management of the Pricing team.

Requirements    
Experience and Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or related field
• Qualified Actuary
• Experience in life insurance pricing
• Experience with managing a team would be advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities    
Main Responsiblities:

• Support pricing strategies for new and existing group and individual life insurance products.
• Review and refine pricing models to ensure competitiveness and profitability.
• Develop robust technical pricing models.
• Ensure regulatory and professional compliance by reviewing new products against relevant guidelines.
• Contribute to the structuring and negotiation of new deals to optimize business outcomes.
• Lead and mentor the Pricing team, providing guidance to junior actuarial analysts.
• Engage with clients and internal stakeholders to communicate complex technical insights effectively.

Competencies    

• Analytical and out-of-the-box thinking
• Innovative
• Collaborative
• Able to network with various stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organised person with interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with different actuarial techniques
• Quick learner and self-starter
• Ability to adapt to change
• Thinking laterally to solve complex problems
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines

Deadline:21st October,2026

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Role Purpose    

• The Risk Graduate Programme provides a structured development opportunity for an unemployed graduate who is interested in building a career in risk management within the financial services and insurance industry. The graduate will gain practical workplace experience by supporting risk management activities across the business, including risk identification, assessment, monitoring, reporting, governance and control processes. The role will provide exposure to how risk considerations are incorporated into business decision-making and operational activities. Through practical experience, mentoring and structured development opportunities, the graduate will develop the technical, analytical and professional capabilities required to establish a strong foundation for a career in risk management.
• Completion of the graduate programme does not guarantee permanent employment but provides valuable industry experience and career development. As a Graduate, you will be employed for a period of twelve (12) months.

Requirements    

• South African citizen.
• Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
• Suitable fields could include Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, Auditing, Statistics, Mathematics or a related discipline.
• Currently unemployed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to analyse information and communicate findings clearly.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a financial services environment.
• Must be 18 – 35 years old

Duties & Responsibilities    
Risk Management

• Support the identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of business and operational risks.
• Assist with maintaining risk registers and related risk documentation.
• Support the monitoring of key risk indicators and identified risk exposures.
• Assist with the preparation and consolidation of risk information for reporting and governance purposes.
• Support risk assessments and reviews across relevant business areas.
• Assist in tracking risk mitigation actions and follow-ups with stakeholders.
• Develop an understanding of the organisation's risk management framework, policies and governance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen risk awareness, controls and risk management practices.

Governance and Controls

• Support the monitoring of adherence to applicable risk policies, standards and governance requirements.
• Assist with the assessment and documentation of internal controls.
• Support the identification and escalation of control weaknesses, risk events and governance matters.
• Maintain accurate and complete risk-related records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with gathering information required for risk reporting, assurance activities and governance forums.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Gather, analyse and interpret risk-related information.
• Assist with preparing reports, presentations and management information.
• Identify trends, emerging risks and areas requiring further investigation.
• Ensure risk information is accurate, clear and appropriately documented.
• Develop proficiency in relevant business systems and reporting tools.

Stakeholder Management

• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across the organisation.
• Engage professionally with stakeholders when gathering information and following up on risk-related actions.
• Participate in risk discussions, meetings and relevant governance forums where appropriate.
• Communicate risk-related information clearly and professionally.
• Promote a positive risk culture by encouraging awareness and accountability.

Learning and Development

• Participate actively in all structured graduate development activities.
• Develop an understanding of the insurance and financial services environment.
• Build knowledge of operational, financial, regulatory and strategic risks relevant to the business.
• Seek feedback and take ownership of personal and professional development.
• Apply theoretical knowledge gained through academic studies to practical workplace situations.

Competencies    

• Strong analytical and information-gathering skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good recordkeeping and administrative skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professionalism and respect for confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Learning agility and willingness to take accountability.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills

Deadline:19th October,2026

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Role Purpose    

• The graduate will gain practical experience within the Human Capital function, with a primary focus on Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Support. Exposure will include recruitment administration, interview coordination, candidate communication, onboarding support, recruitment reporting, and stakeholder engagement. The role will also provide opportunities to gain broader exposure across other Human Capital functions and initiatives, fostering an understanding of the employee lifecycle.

Requirements    
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree at NQF Level 7 in one of the following or a closely related field:

• Human Resource Management
• Industrial Psychology / Organisational Psychology
• Be a South African citizen.
• Be currently unemployed.
• Hold a relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF Level 7.
• Not have previously participated in an internship or graduate programme.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Have good administrative and organisational skills.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Successful completion of the Graduate Programme does not guarantee permanent employment. Any future employment opportunities will be determined based on business needs, availability of suitable vacancies, and individual performance.

Competencies    

• Developing Expertise: Is open to taking up learning opportunities; is quick in acquiring knowledge and skills; develops expertise by updating specialist knowledge.
• Taking Action: Takes action to make things happen; uses initiative to start things up; shows drive and invests personal energy.
• 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.
• Producing output: Is focused on activity and works quickly; keeps busy and maintains productivity; is comfortable multi-tasking to produce output

Deadlinee:20th October,2026

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Role Purpose    

• The Compliance Graduate Programme provides a structured development opportunity for an unemployed graduate who is interested in building a career in compliance within the financial services and insurance industry. The graduate will gain practical workplace experience by supporting compliance management activities across the business, including regulatory compliance monitoring, policy implementation, compliance assessments, reporting, governance, and adherence to legislative and regulatory requirements.
• The role will provide exposure to how compliance requirements are integrated into business processes, decision-making, and operational activities to ensure the organisation meets its legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations. Through practical experience, mentoring, and structured development opportunities, the graduate will develop the technical, analytical, and professional capabilities required to establish a strong foundation for a career in compliance management.
• Completion of the graduate programme does not guarantee permanent employment but provides valuable industry experience and career development. As a Graduate, you will be employed for a period of twelve (12) months.

Requirements    

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently unemployed
• Hold a relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF Level 7
• Not have previously participated in an internship or graduate programme
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Have good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Have good written and verbal communication skills
• Be organised and able to maintain accurate records

Be willing to learn and develop within a compliance and regulatory environment

Duties & Responsibilities    
Compliance Monitoring

• Support compliance monitoring activities and assist in identifying potential compliance issues.
• Gather, analyse, and validate information for compliance reviews and assessments.
• Assist with the investigation and documentation of compliance incidents and breaches.

Compliance Administration

• Maintain accurate compliance records, registers, and documentation.
• Update compliance trackers, policy inventories, and related records.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Compliance team.

Reporting & Governance

• Assist in preparing compliance reports, dashboards, and management information.
• Monitor and follow up on compliance actions and remediation plans.
• Support governance activities and record-keeping requirements.

Audits & Regulatory Reviews

• Assist with internal audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance projects.
• Coordinate documentation and information requests from stakeholders.
• Track audit findings and support corrective action implementation.

Policies & Regulatory Research

• Assist with the review and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct research on legislative, regulatory, and industry developments.
• Support the communication of regulatory changes to relevant stakeholders.

Compliance Awareness & Training

• Assist with coordinating compliance training sessions and awareness initiatives.
• Track training attendance and completion rates.
• Assist with preparing and distributing compliance communications.

Stakeholder Support & Development

• Collaborate with business units to support compliance initiatives.
• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Participate in learning, mentoring, and development opportunities as part of the graduate programme.

Competencies    

• Strong analytical and information-gathering skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good recordkeeping and administrative skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professionalism and respect for confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Learning agility and willingness to take accountability.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.

Deadline:19th October,2026