Johannesburg: Data Scientist – Insurance

Our client is a forward-thinking insurance player where data and analytics drive smarter decisions. As their Data Scientist, youll work side-by-side with Actuaries and business leaders to provide critical insights that influence pricing, reserving, and risk strategies. With IFRS 17 reshaping reporting requirements, your expertise will ensure accuracy, compliance, and strategic advantage. This is a role where youll directly impact business outcomes, sharpen your technical edge, and grow your influence in the insurance and actuarial space. Key Responsibilities: Partner with actuarial teams to deliver data-driven insights on pricing, reserving, and risk. Analyse large, complex insurance datasets to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities. Support IFRS 17 reporting by ensuring accurate and compliant data pipelines. Build, maintain, and optimise predictive models and reporting solutions. Translate technical findings into clear business insights for decision-makers. Job Experience and Skills Required: Bachelors Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field. Proven experience in the insurance industry (essential). Strong technical proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or similar. Familiarity with IFRS17 and insurance reporting requirements. Analytical mindset with problem-solving flair. Strong communication skills able to bridge the gap between data and business. Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: