Actuarial Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016778/ZG

Date posted:

Friday, April 24, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a nearly or newly qualified Actuary ready to step into a leadership-focused role within the short-term insurance space?

POSITION INFO:
A well-established financial services organisation is looking for an Actuarial Manager to join their growing actuarial team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team of analysts, contribute to key actuarial modelling initiatives, and play an important role in supporting business strategy and profitability.

You will be joining a forward-thinking organisation known for its innovation, strong customer focus, and data-driven decision-making within the insurance sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Translate business requirements into actuarial models and meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making
Lead and mentor a team of Actuarial Analysts, supporting their development and technical growth
Work closely with internal stakeholders to deliver actionable insights across pricing and performance analytics
Develop, implement, and maintain actuarial models, ensuring accuracy and relevance
Support pricing optimisation initiatives, including sensitivity and profitability analysis
Identify opportunities to improve actuarial processes, models, and efficiencies
Prepare and present clear reporting and analytics to senior stakeholders
Ensure that actuarial work aligns with regulatory requirements and professional standards

Requirements:

BSc / Honours Degree in Actuarial Science
Nearly or newly qualified Actuary (ASSA)
4+ years’ experience within short-term / general insurance
1+ years' experience managing a team
Strong technical modelling and analytical skills
Experience working with actuarial or statistical modelling tools
Ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical stakeholders

Why Consider This Opportunity?:

Step into a leadership role early in your actuarial career
Work within a high-performing actuarial team
Exposure to strategic projects that impact business performance
A collaborative and innovative environment that supports career growth

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