Are you a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for Asset Liability Management (ALM) within the financial services sector? We are actively seeking an experienced ALM specialist to be a key player in our client’s team, contributing to the development of cutting-edge programs and models that shape the organization’s asset/liability strategy.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
- Developing and enhancing ALM hedging strategies.
- Sourcing appropriate financial instruments to optimize our portfolio.
- Collaborating closely with top management to provide crucial input on hedging and capital modeling.
- Driving the development of actuarial models, systems, and processes.
- Assisting in the automation of processes, as well as testing and implementing changes to the ALM/Valuations system.
- Working to refine and improve all business processes supporting Actuarial systems.
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
- Strong technical prowess in modeling, coding, and computer programming.
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Previous experience in the financial services sector is a must, and familiarity with the life insurance/long-term benefits sector, or investments space is a strong advantage.
- Experience in ALM or Actuarial Valuations, with a focus on Liabilities, Embedded Value, and Value of New Business would be a massive advantage.
- Stellar interpersonal and communication skills, with a knack for effective collaboration across diverse teams.
- Self-motivated with a robust work ethic and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Location: South Africa (Remote work)
Duration: Permanent
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ALM professional or non-qualified Actuarial individual to join a rapidly growing company in the insurance sector. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth. If you are ready to make a significant impact and be part of a forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you. Submit your detailed CV to info@sapientis.co.za (Reference ALM_WP)
You will meet the following Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Actuarial Science or a related field.
- Experience in the ALM space, or Actuarial Valuations, with a focus on Liabilities, Embedded Value and Value of New Business or related is most ideal
- Strong technical skills in modelling and/or coding as well as computer programming are essential
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Financial services sector experience is necessary, and experience in a life businesses/long terms benefits / insurance sector would be a strong advantage
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Responsibilities will include:
- Develop and improve the ALM hedging strategies
- Source appropriate financial instruments
- Work closely with top management to provide input related to hedging and capital modelling
- Implement the development of actuarial models, systems and processes
- Assist in the automation of processes, as well as the testing and implementation of changes to the ALM/Valuations system
- Work to enable the adjustment / improvement of all the business processes that support the Actuarial systems
Location: South Africa (Option to work remotely from anywhere in the country)
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced ALM / non qualified Actuarial individual to join a growing company in the insurance sector that offers competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We would love to hear from you. To apply, please send a detailed CV to info@sapientis.co.za (Reference ALM_WP)