Head of Pricing and Risk Management

2 months ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The Vine Partners Full time
Job Title: Head of Pricing

We are The Vine Partners, a leading commercial risk specialist in Southern Africa dedicated to proactive risk management and superior customer service. Our team partners with customers and brokers to safeguard their businesses and enhance their risk profiles across the continent.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate existing and potential new lines of business across short-term insurance offerings, including Commercial Lines, Personal Lines, Marine, Engineering, and Hospitality.
  • Lead and manage the pricing team, overseeing approximately 10 individuals.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment with financial targets.
  • Analyse portfolio results to guide pricing decisions and explore alternative courses of action as needed to achieve business objectives.
  • Develop and implement pricing best practices, including system design and procedures.
  • Oversight of pricing tools, including contracting, budgeting, implementation, and alignment with industry best practices.
  • Translate organizational plans into actionable pricing bases and risk management strategies.
  • Predictive analysis to accurately forecast the outcomes of alternative courses of action.
  • Lead complex pricing assignments and projects requiring integration across various business units.
  • Provide actuarial support and insights to the business.
  • Create and maintain business reports to monitor profitability and identify market opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum NQF Level 7 (University degree) in Actuarial Science or related field.
  • Qualified FASSA designation of the Actuarial Society of South Africa or equivalent.
  • Minimum five years' experience in short-term insurance pricing, including modelling and deployment.
  • Experience providing actuarial advice to senior management.
  • Strong background in underwriting, portfolio management, and general management.
  • Experience in project management and large-scale IT development projects.

Behaviours and Knowledge:

  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across functions.
  • Self-motivated and proactive with a drive to achieve business objectives.
  • Professional, enthusiastic, and positive attitude.
  • Deadline-oriented with the ability to work under pressure.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team effectively.
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of actuarial principles, legislation, and pricing best practices.
  • Proficiency in finance, accounting, and economic trends impacting underwriting and pricing.
  • Proficient product knowledge with an understanding of policy wordings and commercial and personal lines.
  • Knowledge of IT governance and software development lifecycle.
  • Knowledge of enterprise underwriting strategy development and implementation.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in English; proficiency in additional languages preferred.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Advanced computer literacy, including SAS, VBA, and pricing software.
  • Expertise in statistical and actuarial pricing tools and methods.
  • Knowledge of IT architecture and fault diagnosis.
  • Advanced understanding of portfolio management and optimization methods.

Language: English

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