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Head: Actuarial Assumption and Model Development Validation

Golden Rule • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa • Posted June 23, 2026

Location Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Type Permanent
Category Mathematical Science Occupations
Posted June 23, 2026

The Role


ROLE PURPOSE


To provide independent review and validation of actuarial assumptions, IFRS 17 and SAM basis setting, Prophet and ResQ model development for both IFRS 17 and SAM and other ad-hoc activities across the first-line Balance Sheet Management functions.

Responsibilities, work outputs and individual contribution

1. Assumption and Model Reviews

  • Prepare assumption review and model development review workplans

  • Review actuarial assumptions (e.g., Lapses, Mortality, Expenses etc.) used in long contract boundary models

  • Review and pressure test contract boundary assumptions across both IFRS 17 and SAM.

    • 2. Modelling and Validation

  • Review and validate gross and financial reinsurance Prophet modelling and associated output (existing and new models) on a SAM and IFRS 17 basis, including ORSA projections

  • Review IBNR triangulation

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