Technical Marketing Junior Analyst

5 days ago

Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa Discovery Ltd. Full time R350 000 - R550 000 per year

Business Unit: Discovery Health

Function: Actuarial Sciences

Date: 16 Oct 2025

Discovery – Vitality Health International Africa

Technical Marketing Junior Analyst – Vitality Health International Africa

About Discovery

Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose

Technical Marketing is a core function throughout the Discovery Group, responsible for analytical and research projects that support product development, sales and distribution strategies, and strategic initiatives throughout the business. Disseminating the skills and expertise of Technical Marketing and distribution will be key for VHI Africa as the business continues to expand and develop new products in Africa.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

1.Data & Market Analysis

  • Assist in gathering and analysing data for sales and product performance.
  • Support research on competitor products and market trends.

2.Sales Material Support

  • Help prepare technical marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of product information across channels.

3.Campaign & Sales Support

  • Provide ad hoc support to sales and distribution teams.

  • Assist in tracking campaign performance and preparing insights.

4.Collaboration & Coordination

  • Work with product and marketing teams to update content and documentation.
  • Coordinate with internal teams for product launches and broker communications.

5.Learning & Development

  • Gain exposure to insurance products, shared-value insurance principles, and technical marketing processes.
  • Participate in training and development programs to build technical and analytical skills.

Personal Attributes and Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Sophisticated written and verbal communication skills, for internal and external delivery
  • Desire to build strong relationships throughout the business
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Strong work ethic with focus on value added delivery
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
  • Ability to handle change and navigate ambiguity
  • Complete alignment to Vitality values and core purpose

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Finance, or related field.
  • Strong academic record with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and willingness to learn.
  • Experience and understanding of the Vitality product and the Shared-Value Insurance proposition a plus.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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