Job Description

We're currently looking for a Non-Life Actuarial Associate Director to play a leading role in our dedicated Actuarial team. It's a rapidly growing area supported by an increased focus on risk across the industry. That makes this a great time to join a high-performing team where you'll be surrounded by some of the most interesting and knowledgeable actuarial professionals in the industry.

Who we are

Our values define who we are

• People who demonstrate integrity, respect, teaming and inclusiveness.
• People with energy, enthusiasm and the courage to lead.
• People who build relationships based on doing the right thing.

The opportunity

Risk has never been as important in Insurance at it is today, and that trend is only set to continue. It's all about predicting future events in an increasingly ambiguous market. To stay ahead, we're diversifying our risk capabilities and using innovative new tools and processes, and this is your chance to make a big impact on that vision.

Our dynamic Actuarial practice is a market leading service, covering all segments of the life and non-life insurance industries, with more than 100 actuaries in 5 locations across Africa. Our team forms part of the wider Financial Services Risk Team, which includes quants and banking risk and regulatory experts, and we collaborate extensively with our colleagues across the region and globally to take tailored solutions and services to our clients. Put simply, our experts deliver creative and innovative thinking to clients worldwide, supporting them in making confident financial judgements that will help them achieve their ambitions. Here, you'll be right at the heart of that goal, learning everything you'll need to become a trusted professional.

We are looking to expand the Actuarial team by investing in a Senior Manager in either of EY's Johannesburg or Cape Town offices. We are looking for highly motivated individuals that are want to rapidly grow their careers in an environment that is focused on developing its people and serving its clients across Africa. This will require working extensively with our colleagues from across the world in various disciplines (e.g. Financial Accounting, Data, Finance, Corporate Finance, etc.) which will expose the candidate to a wide range of insights and experiences which will benefit their development and careers significantly. The role requires leadership across clients, people and solutions, with a platform to help shape and develop the future.

Your key responsibilities

• Driving the development of actuarial processes and tools, all while prioritizing and creating work plans
• Leading audit support work on IFRS4, IFRS17 and Solvency Assessment and Management
• Delivering on HAF engagements for non-life insurers and non-life reinsurers
• Pursuing and delivering covering a wide range of areas, such as non-life risks, investments, risk management, capital management and resilience
• Building lasting client relationships at senior and executive levels while working to understand their unique objectives and motivators
• Keeping up to date with industry and regulatory news and trends, and actively identifying risks or opportunities to improve and expand our services
• Building EY's actuarial brand within the market through involvement in industry committees and working groups and presentations at Actuarial conventions and seminars
• Further developing our team by coaching and mentoring junior colleagues
• Continually learning and sharing your knowledge with the wider actuarial team

We'll look to you to take a holistic approach to the role, developing your skills and knowledge in multiple areas. That means you won't just be working on one specific area, but rather you would get exposure to a broad range of actuarial work. You'll add value beyond what's traditionally expected. You will spend most of your day working on your projects and collaborating with team members, with occasional direct meetings with clients and other stakeholders to monitor and discuss progress.

Skills and attributes for success

• 7+ years' experience in the Non-life Insurance industry
• Fully qualified actuary (ASSA/IFOA), specialisation in non-life preferable
• Experience in financial reporting (SAM/Solvency II and IFRS) and HAF work
• IFRS17 experience would be advantageous
• Ability to effectively work with various stakeholders ranging from middle management to the Board, including non-actuarial stakeholders
• Experience in Corporate and Board reporting would be advantageous
• A strong sense of commercial awareness and innovative mindset
• Be a pro-active self-starter

Ideally, you'll also have

• The executive presence and confidence to work with senior clients
• A global mindset with an appreciation of how organizations must respond to new risks that the forces of globalization bring

What we look for

More than anything, we're interested in people with the right attitude for the job and that live our values! That's naturally entrepreneurial people that feed on the energy of a thriving global team. You'll need a balance of technical and analytical skills, a creative approach to work and strong communication skills. Put simply, if you've got big ideas on how we can do better, as well as the confidence to voice them, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance.

Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working, career development and with FlexEY you can select benefits, which suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurances, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• A position in a business that truly recognizes the importance of strong risk capabilities
• Opportunities to develop your skills in a wide range of areas, supported by regular feedback from senior-level colleagues
• Plenty of chances to build lasting professional relationships both internally and externally
• A culture that recognizes success and rewards excellence

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

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