Head of Research and Development

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP013981/SHb

Date posted:

Monday, April 8, 2024

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team as the Head of Research and Development Actuary. In this role, you will lead our Research and Development (R&D) team, driving innovation and excellence in actuarial methodologies and practices.

POSITION INFO:
If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for pushing the boundaries of actuarial science and driving impactful research initiatives, join us in shaping the future of the insurance industry! Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of actuaries and researchers in the development of cutting-edge actuarial models, tools, and techniques. Drive research initiatives to enhance predictive modeling, risk assessment, and pricing strategies. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product development, underwriting, and data science to integrate research findings into business strategies. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., FSA, FCAS, PhD) preferred. Qualified actuary 10+ years experience within the insurance or reinsurance industry, with a focus on research and development Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, or SAS for data analysis and modeling. For more information contact: Shaunaline Baatjies Specialist Recruiter: Network Finance Alpha

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