Actuarial Risk Analyst

An exciting opportunity exists for an Actuarial Risk Analyst at Santam to be part of the Risk Office. This position will be based at Santam's Head Office in Bellville, Cape Town.
The role will cover model validation, enterprise risk management and regulatory reporting. The role will have a specific focus on the automation of processes within these areas and quantitative aspects of enterprise risk management. The candidate must have a keen interest in programming with preference given to candidates who have Microsoft VBA and Python programming experience.
The role will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to gain an in depth understanding of Santam's capital models, enterprise risk management framework and be part of Santam's automation journey. 
What will make you successful in this role?Run quarterly model validation tests and continuously improve the automation of model validation process.Review the adequacy and effectiveness of all internal model key controls.Assist the Financial Risk and Regulatory Reporting team to automate reporting processes.Support the Enterprise Risk Management team to perform quantitative analyses when needed, specifically focusing on underwriting and reinsurance.Qualification and ExperienceBSc in Actuarial Science.2 – 4 years' actuarial experience.Short-term experience is valuable but not essential.SkillsStrong computer skills and proficient in MS Office (Excel, Access, VBA).Programming skills in VBA and Python would be an advantage.Strong communication and English writing skills.Excellent relationship building skills.Knowledge of the SAM framework would be an advantage.Inquisitive personality and the ability to think independently.Ability to challenge the status quo and suggest plausible alternatives.Core Competencies Being resilient - Contributing through others
Collaborates - Contributing through others
Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others
Customer focus - Contributing through others
Drives results - Contributing through others
About The CompanySantam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. We are a large, diversified, expanding and transforming company and whilst based in South Africa, we are rapidly moving into several emerging markets, both in Africa and Asia. 
Our success is rooted in our passion for our clients and everything we do is centered on our delivery of Insurance Good and Proper. We're about people. People drive our business so it follows that we want to recruit the best people possible whether they work for us permanently or for a short time as temporary employees. 
At Santam, we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society. In achieving our employment equity goals, we give preference to applicants from the designated groups in alignment with the Divisions Employment Equity targets.
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OnboardingStep 8
You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.
Our recruitment process
AdvertiseStep 1
Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required.
Our recruitment process
Step 2
Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role.
Our recruitment process
Step 3
Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process.
Our recruitment process
Telephonic screeningStep 4
Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions.
Our recruitment process
Your interviewStep 5
We use a competency interview model. Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail. During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained. Remain calm and sell yourself. This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job. You only get one shot!
Our recruitment process
AssessmentStep 6
Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment. Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials.
Our recruitment process
Step 7
Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department.Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview.
Our recruitment process
OnboardingStep 8
You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.
Our recruitment process
AdvertiseStep 1
Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required.
Our recruitment process
Step 2
Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role.
Our recruitment process
Step 3
Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process.
Our recruitment process
Telephonic screeningStep 4
Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions.
Our recruitment process
Your interviewStep 5
We use a competency interview model. Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail. During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained. Remain calm and sell yourself. This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job. You only get one shot!
Our recruitment process
AssessmentStep 6
Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment. Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials.
Our recruitment process
Step 7
Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department.Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview.
Our recruitment process
OnboardingStep 8
You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.
TIPS & TRICKSGetting ready for your interviewThere is not just one way to be successful at Santam, nor is there one way to interview with us. Interviewing is a two-way process - it helps us learn about you, and it helps you learn about us, our people, and what you could do here.
Santam has been officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer 2024 for excellence in people practices. This is the eighth consecutive year that we have achieved this accolade.

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