Short-Term Pricing Actuarial Analyst

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016814/Ali

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Short-Term Pricing Actuarial Analyst

Are you a driven actuarial professional with a strong foundation in pricing and a desire to grow your career in Cape Town? A leading and wellâestablished shortâterm insurance provider is expanding its Pricing and Modelling team and is looking for a technically strong Actuarial Analyst to join their innovative environment.

POSITION INFO:

This role offers an exciting blend of traditional actuarial pricing and modern analytics, including exposure to machine learning techniques, within a business that values collaboration, forwardâthinking solutions, and continuous professional growth. Professionals considering a relocation to Cape Town are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform pricingâfocused actuarial modelling within a shortâterm insurance framework
Collect, clean, and structure large datasets using SQL and Python
Apply advanced analytical techniques such as GLMs, decision trees, clustering, and other machine learning methods
Build, test, and maintain predictive pricing models with guidance from senior team members
Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights through reports, dashboards, and presentations
Support underwriting strategy, portfolio optimisation, and pricing reviews
Identify and implement opportunities for automation and process improvement
Develop and maintain management dashboards using Power BI
Contribute to a strong pricing and riskâaware culture across the business

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science or a related quantitative discipline
Completion or near completion of A100 and A200 actuarial exams
Strong academic track record with a clear focus on pricing

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ actuarial experience within the shortâterm insurance industry
Demonstrated exposure to pricing and actuarial modelling

Skills:

Strong mathematical, statistical, and analytical capability
Proficiency in Python (modelling and automation) and SQL (data extraction and management)
Experience with Power BI or similar data visualisation tools
Knowledge of actuarial modelling and machine learning methodologies
High attention to detail and a structured, solutionâdriven approach
Ability to manage multiple projects independently
Strong time management and organisational skills
Innovative mindset with a natural curiosity for data and problemâsolving
Excellent communication skills across both technical and business audiences
Solid understanding of shortâterm insurance products and risk concepts

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a respected and growing insurer with a strong actuarial and pricing culture
Gain exposure to advanced analytics and machine learning applications in pricing
Enjoy a soughtâafter Cape Town lifestyle, with relocation support considered
Clear opportunities for career progression and actuarial exam advancement

Apply now!
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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

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