PPS
Graduate Internship: Actuary
Company: PPS
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Type: Internship
Application Deadline: Open until filled
About the Role
Join PPS as a Graduate Actuarial Intern and work directly under the Head of Valuations. This role offers hands-on experience in risk evaluation, actuarial analysis, and product development support for insurance products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to critical financial projections and business strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze data quality for valuation processes and enhance data integrity systems
- Conduct actuarial investigations including mortality/sickness analysis and surplus monitoring
- Prepare statutory returns (valuator reports, QRT, ASISA submissions)
- Support product development teams with actuarial modeling and risk assessments
- Analyze company data to inform business decisions and product strategies
- Create detailed management reports and special project analyses
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science (essential)
- Postgraduate Degree in Actuarial Science (preferred)
- Minimum 4 actuarial CT exams passed
Technical Skills
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- SQL programming (advantageous)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Actuarial modeling software experience
Professional Competencies
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in team environments
- Strategic thinking and quality-focused mindset
Work Environment
This position offers exposure to:
- Corporate actuarial processes at a leading financial services provider
- Advanced data analysis systems and methodologies
- Cross-departmental collaboration opportunities
- External auditor engagements
How to Apply
Submit your application through the PPS careers portal:
PPS Career Application Portal
Applications reviewed on rolling basis – early submission recommended