Pricing Actuary

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016493/HN

Date posted:

Friday, January 9, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Step into the world of high-impact investing with a market leader in non-performing debt acquisitions operating across South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana. You will work directly with senior investment executives, valuing complex portfolios and building predictive models that drive strategy at the highest level.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Conduct portfolio valuations and pricing analysis of non-performing debt portfolios
Build advanced financial models using DCF, machine learning, Markov-chain models, and runoff triangles
Perform sensitivity testing and design proxy portfolios to evaluate risk and return
Automate pricing processes and develop valuation scorecards
Analyse large datasets to extract performance indicators that steer investment decisions

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field
Experience:
- Minimum 3+ years’ experience in financial modelling, valuation, or credit risk analysis
Skills:
- Strong proficiency in SQL, Excel, and Python (essential)
- Experience in valuation, credit analytics, or investment modelling
- Strong commercial mindset and ability to articulate insights clearly
- High performer with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex investment environment
Non-negotiables:
- Strong analytical ability
- Proven experience in quantitative modelling
- Ability to manage large datasets and tight deadlines

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