Head of Research and Development

Head of Research and Development Actuary

Reference: NFP013983-SHb-1

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

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.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.

For more information, contact:
Shaunaline Baatjies
Specialist Recruiter: Network Finance Alpha
sbaatjies@networkfinance.co.za

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