Quantitative Risk Management Specialist

5 days ago


Sandton, South Africa Guardrisk Group Full time
About Us

We are Guardrisk Group, a leading insurance company dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quantitative Risk Management Specialist to join our team.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of IFRS 17 accounting standards and experience in implementing and maintaining actuarial models for insurance liabilities. They will be responsible for delivering end-to-end IFRS 17 reporting for Guardrisk Life, including quarterly, bi-annual and annual modelling requirements.

The Quantitative Risk Management Specialist will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with auditors, regulators and other key stakeholders. A strong analytical background is essential, with experience in risk management and financial analysis.

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver end-to-end IFRS 17 reporting for Guardrisk Life, including quarterly, bi-annual and annual modelling requirements.
  • Co-ordinate and lead the maintenance and management of the data, models and systems used for IFRS 17 reporting.
  • Liaise with auditors, regulators and other key stakeholders to ensure smooth audit processes related to IFRS 17 reporting.
  • Implement risk management policies and procedures to identify and manage risk exposure.

Requirements:

  • At least 5-10 years experience in Life Insurance reporting.
  • At least 3 years people management experience.
  • In depth experience with implementation of, and actuarial reporting on, International Financial Reporting Standard 17 (IFRS17) basis essential.
  • Insurance liability modelling experience.
  • Group consolidation and reporting experience advantageous.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science.
  • Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa.


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