Discovery Health

 

Health R&D Lab | Product & Distribution Intelligence

 

Actuarial Analyst

 

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

Understand, analyse and optimize sales and distribution strategies across Discovery Health and Discovery Vitality using industry knowledge, analytical expertise and strategic insights.

The candidate will be required to:

Perform analysis to inform distribution and new business strategies, Transform unstructured data into strategic insights to inform key business decisions; and Storyboard and communicate complex information in a coherent, succinct manner.

Description of role

Market expertise: Detailed analysis, technical modelling and desktop research covering company performance, product utilisation, sales trends and competitor landscape to guide the business on future growth opportunities. Sales and distribution leadership: Responsible for analysis which supports strategic insights, ideas, and assists in finding solutions to address sales and distribution priorities within Discovery Health Contribute to research and development through a deep understanding of the competitor space and market dynamics. Responsible for the successful product positioning and the associated analytic support of Discovery Health and Discovery Vitality’s annual enhancements and product launches Thought leadership: Produce white papers and thought leadership (through analysis of both internal and external data along with desktop research) to elevate the Discovery Health and Discovery Vitality brands and to support product positioning for the Discovery Health and Discovery Vitality’s annual enhancements and product launches

Competencies

Self-starter with a strong drive for excellence Strategic thinker Exceptional analytical skills Strong communication skills Management and leadership skills Competencies of storyboarding, presentation preparation and data visualisation is advantageous

Qualifications / Experience

Qualified actuary/ at least 3 exams from qualifying Minimum one years’ work experience. Management consulting experience is advantageous.

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.