Head of Research and Development ActuaryReference: NFP013983-SHb-1We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team as the Head of Research and Development Actuary. In this role, you will lead our Research and Development (R&D) team, driving innovation and excellence in actuarial methodologies and practices.Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:Lead and manage a team of actuaries and researchers in the development of cutting-edge actuarial models, tools, and techniques.Drive research initiatives to enhance predictive modeling, risk assessment, and pricing strategies.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product development, underwriting, and data science to integrate research findings into business strategies.Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., FSA, FCAS, PhD) preferred.Qualified actuary.10+ years experience within the insurance or reinsurance industry, with a focus on research and development.Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, or SAS for data analysis and modeling.If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more information, contact:Shaunaline BaatjiesSpecialist Recruiter: Network Finance Alphasbaatjies@networkfinance.co.za#J-18808-Ljbffr