Senior Actuary

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016811/Ali

Date posted:

Monday, May 11, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A wellâestablished life insurance provider is looking to appoint a Senior Actuarial Analyst to join its Life Actuarial team based in Johannesburg North. This opportunity is ideal for a nearly or newly qualified Actuary who combines strong technical ability with commercial insight and is ready to take ownership of actuarial models while supporting the development of junior team members.

POSITION INFO:
The role offers involvement across the full actuarial control cycle, exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to influence pricing, profitability, and strategic initiatives within a stable, forwardâlooking organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain life insurance actuarial and pricing models across the full actuarial control cycle
Drive model and system enhancements, including scenario, sensitivity, and impact analysis
Analyse and communicate insights related to pricing, profitability, policy growth, VNB, and embedded value
Validate, reconcile, and interpret data from multiple sources to ensure integrity and accuracy
Track and assess business performance indicators and identify emerging trends
Collaborate with senior stakeholders to support strategic and commercial decisionâmaking
Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and innovative solutions
Maintain high standards of governance, documentation, and regulatory compliance
Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical oversight to junior actuarial analysts, contributing to team development and succession planning

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field
- Nearly or newly qualified Actuary (minimum of 12 actuarial exam passes)
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ actuarial experience within financial services or the insurance industry (essential)
Skills:
- Strong actuarial modelling and analytical expertise
- Proven experience in pricing, profitability, and experience analysis
- Excellent documentation and process governance capabilities
- Ability to translate complex technical output into clear business insight
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Capability and interest in coaching and mentoring junior team members

Why Consider This Opportunity?:

Exposure to senior decisionâmakers within a respected life actuarial function
A role offering both technical depth and commercial impact
Opportunity to build leadership capability and shape the next generation of actuarial talent
Stable Johannesburg Northâbased position with visible career progression

Apply now!
For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit:
ð />
I also specialise in recruiting within the following areas:

Actuarial Modelling & Valuations
Pricing, Reserving & Financial Reporting
Predictive & Statistical Modelling
Credit Risk Scorecards (PD / LGD / EAD)
IFRS 9 Modelling & Impairments
Capital, Solvency & Enterprise Risk Management
Asset–Liability Management (ALM)

If you have not received any response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained on our database for any other suitable roles or positions.

For more information, contact:
Alicia de Jager
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Senior Actuary
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
A wellâestablished life insurance provider is looking to appoint a senior Actuarial Analyst to join its Life Actuarial team based in Johannesburg North. This opportunity is ideal for a nearly or newly qualified actuary who combines strong technical ability with commercial insight and is ready to take ownership of actuarial models while supporting the development of junior team members.
1 day ago

Senior Actuary
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Annually
A leading life insurance business is seeking a senior Actuarial Analyst to join its established Life Actuarial team based in Johannesburg North. This role is suited to a nearly or newly qualified actuary who is technically strong, commercially aware, and eager to take ownership of actuarial models while coaching and mentoring junior analysts.
21 days ago

Senior Actuary
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 1 250 000 Annually
We are seeking a highly skilled senior Actuarial Analyst to provide specialist actuarial support within a Life Actuarial team, while actively coaching and mentoring Junior Analysts.
34 days ago

Actuarial Specialist - Short-Term Pricing
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Actuarial Pricing Specialist – ShortâTerm InsuranceA highâperforming Structuring and Solutions team within a leading shortâterm insurance environment is seeking an Actuarial Pricing Specialist to join its dynamic, riskâtaking business. This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to pricing strategy, product development, and commercial decisionâmaking, delivering act...
Today

Actuarial Manager
Location: Midrand
Salary: Annually
We’re partnering with a leading financial services group that sits at the forefront of innovation across short-term insurance, health insurance, and digital comparison platforms. This is a business known for its strong tech-driven approach, customer focus, and high-performing actuarial teams.
7 days ago

Actuarial Manager
Location: Midrand
Salary: Annually
Are you a nearly or newly qualified actuary ready to step into a leadership-focused role within the short-term insurance space?
18 days ago

Actuarial Specialist - Short-Term Pricing
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Annually
An opportunity exists for an Actuarial Pricing Specialist to join a highâperforming Structuring and Solutions team within a shortâterm insurance environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for pricing, product development, and delivering strategic actuarial insights within a riskâtaking insurance business.
18 days ago

Senior Actuarial Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
An exciting opportunity for a nearly or newly qualified actuary to step into a senior Actuarial Analyst role within a wellâestablished life insurance environment. This role is ideal for a technically strong actuarial professional who wants ownership of models, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the opportunity to mentor junior analysts while influencing pricing, profitability, and strategic ou...
18 days ago

Actuarial Specialist - Short-Term Pricing
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Annually
An opportunity exists for an Actuarial Pricing Specialist to join a highâperforming Structuring and Solutions team within a shortâterm insurance environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for pricing, product development, and delivering strategic actuarial insights within a riskâtaking insurance business.
21 days ago

ShortâTerm (NonâLife) Pricing Actuary
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
ShortâTerm (NonâLife) Pricing actuaryA fantastic opportunity for an Intermediate actuary to specialise in ShortâTerm (NonâLife) Pricing, gaining handsâon exposure to live portfolios while progressing steadily toward FASSA qualification in a supportive, dataâdriven environment.This role is within a wellâestablished ShortâTerm Insurance business that places strong emphasis on pricing...
25 days ago