South Africa Job Openings

Hannover Rück SE

Actuarial Assistant/Technical Assistant

FULL TIME

November 13, 2024

Reference Number: 2163

Contract Type: Regular

Working Time: Full-Time

Hannover Re - more than 3,500 employees at locations all over the world. Our strength? Connecting Power: We rely on each other. As a reinsurer, we protect customers in the event of a claim. This requires customised, innovative solutions. Solutions that worked yesterday may be outdated tomorrow. We challenge ourselves and continuously optimise our services, advice and products. All this makes us one of the leading and most profitable reinsurance groups in the world and a reliable employer.

If you have an interest in Reinsurance or Insurance then Hannover Re Group Africa (Pty) South Africa (ZA) with an office in Johannesburg, has a great role available as an Actuarial or Technical Assistant in the Systems, R & D unit, in the Life and Health business. See more details related to the role below.

You can look forward to

Automation of Life Assurance Processes - Provide input into underwriting aspects and documenting of underwriting solutions; Testing of the software and functionality aspects of our automation software; Calibration and testing of underwriting solutions; Ongoing maintenance and query support for solutions implemented.
Business Development – Support discussions with potential clients, help with preparation of presentations; Assist in configuring the solutions and automated system specific to client needs; Document, record and monitor interactions and client queries and requests.
Business Management - Practice good note-taking and record keeping of internal & client meetings; Provide relevant and timely feedback to all stakeholders; Ensure that documentation & processes are aligned to best practice standards and records are kept in a logical manner.
Data Analytics and Reporting - Provide feedback and reports on the various systems, processes and procedures; Develop standardised reports and reporting tools and databases, in order to ensure that management is kept well informed of any development in the Unit; Provide ad-hoc data analysis to support decision making.

You come equipped with

Degree in in Actuarial Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field (honours preferred)
0 – 2 years' working experience
Technical insights with interest in technology
Essential computer skills – Advanced MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access
Preferred computer skills - R, Python, Power BI, SQL and VBA
Experience within a life insurance or reinsurance environment is beneficial
Patient and willing to stick it out due to a broad learning curve
Good English communication skills verbal, written, and able to follow instructions
Excellent time management and can prioritise effectively
Independent learner and must be willing to try things in isolation
Inquisitive and have the ability to articulate opinions and insights
Resilient and willing to adopt to the team ethos and high standard of delivery

Employment Equity

Employment Equity South African Citizens as qualified by the Employment Equity Act will be given preference in relation to the company’s Employment Equity Plan. A relevant work permit is required if a foreign national or non-South African citizen applies for the role.

What We Offer: A warm culture entrenched in our core values of Responsibility, Drive and We-spirit where professionals team up to create opportunities for our employees and clients.

Benefits: Thorough onboarding, hybrid and/or flexible working environment with daily warm lunches at the company's cost/prepared by our very own catering team. Comprehensive group risk benefits; generous annual and parental leave benefits which put people first as well as great learning and development opportunities aligned to business operations.

Located within walking distance of the Gautrain, and opposite the Rosebank mall.

If you are keen to learn and contribute to our 'somewhat different' approach to reinsurance, then apply click on the "apply now" button which will take you to a simple and secure platform to share your details with us. Applications close 25 November 2024.

You can find out more about our working environment, your entry options and development opportunities at www.hannover-re.com/en/career.

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