Open Opportunities at Britam

Job Purpose:
Undertaking research across asset classes to inform investment decisions.

Key responsibilities:

• Create financial models to determine fundamental value of prospective listed and unlisted investment opportunities and recommend investment decisions.
• Conducting market research across industries and collect, tabulate and synthesize available market information to support research that will optimize the returns of client funds.
• Perform credit analysis of various debt security issuers and giving fixed income investment recommendations.
• Derive capital market expectations for various asset classes and present recommendations based on Macro Economic research at Investment Committee and Investment strategy meetings.
• Present and support proposed changes in investment targets at security selection meetings, based on intrinsic value derived from financial modelling.
• Support the fund management team in developing, launching and distributing new products and enhancing existing products.
• Prepare and present investment reports to internal and external clients.
• Support Britam Group Investment teams in the region through top-down investment research.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications required:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Economics, Statistics or related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Significant progress in a recognized professional investment certification such as CFA or ICIFA.

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Job Purpose:

We are looking for a talented Full Stack Developer to join our Engineering Team. You will be responsible for building user-friendly, high-performance and scalable web applications. The ideal candidate has strong proficiency in React.js and related frontend technologies, with a keen eye for detail, UI/UX and modern web best practices. Also strong proficient in backend development in spring boot and Go lang.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop responsive, interactive, and accessible user interfaces using React.js.
• Design and develop the application backend using Spring boot and Go.
• Collaborate with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to implement new features.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, performance, and scalability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Develop and integrate with backend APIs (REST/GraphQL) and manage application state effectively (Redux, Context API, or other state management libraries).
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve frontend issues in a timely manner.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), React.js, and frontend development.
• Strong proficiency in Spring Boot and Go Lang.
• Familiarity with Azure service bus.
• Experience in building large enterprise applications.
• Experience with HTML5, CSS3, and modern CSS frameworks (Tailwind, Material UI, Bootstrap, etc.).
• Familiarity with state management (Redux, Zustand, Recoil, Context API, etc.).
• Experience integrating with REST APIs and GraphQL.
• Understanding of version control systems (Git/GitHub/GitLab).
• Knowledge of frontend build tools and bundlers (Webpack, Vite, Babel, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Next.js or other SSR/SSG frameworks.
• Experience with spring boot and Go.
• Familiarity with TypeScript.
• Experience in testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright).
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques (lazy loading, code splitting, caching).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Exposure to design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch).

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Job Purpose:

• To provide actuarial support to the assigned LOB and participate in overall risk management for the company.

Key responsibilities:

• Select appropriate reserve calculation method and calculate reserves. 
• Provide analysis to support the renegotiation of the existing contracts.
• Provide input in product development for the LOB.
• Provide inputs into product pricing and setup in the actuarial pricing and valuation system.
• Review and monitor experience on all products to inform decision making including profit testing of existing products.
• Provide comprehensive actuarial reports to the business each quarter and highlight key issues on an ongoing basis including solvency and capital monitoring.
• Address all areas raised by the IRA in their risk inspection and continue to highlight emerging risks.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications required:

• University Degree in actuarial science, statistics, engineering, mathematics, physics, economics or related field with strong emphasis on mathematical proficiency.
• 2-4 years’ experience in a similar position. 
• Progress in Institute of Actuaries examinations (9 papers).

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Job Purpose: 

• The Actuarial & Product Development Specialists will be critical for the delivery of the Actuarial and Product Development mandate across their respective Lines of Business and will support both Kenya and relevant regional entities.

Key Responsibilities:
Product Ideation, Market Research & Innovation

• Generate, develop and communicate new product ideas for the assigned Line of  Business (GI / Life, including Micro Insurance where applicable).
• Conduct market research on customer needs, competitor offerings, pricing and emerging  trends.
• Work with Innovation and other teams to convert data and market insights into  profitable product concepts.

Product Design, Pricing & Risk Management

• Design new and repackaged products, ensuring commercial viability and alignment with  Britam’s risk appetite and strategic objectives.
• Determine technical premiums and product structures for new and existing products.
• Identify and analyze key product risks and recommend appropriate risk mitigation  measures (e.g. underwriting rules, benefit limits, terms and conditions).

System, Process & Operational Readiness

• Drive the operationalization of new products and product changes in core systems and  digital platforms (e.g. Britam Connect, NILAS and other GI/Life systems).
• Ensure end-to-end processes are in place for the complete product administration cycle  (quotation, onboarding, servicing, claims, and for Life: lapses, surrenders, maturities,  etc.).
• Work with Operations, IT and Customer Service to ensure smooth product rollout and  ongoing stability.

Product Approvals & Compliance

• Lead and coordinate the internal product approval process, including sign-offs from  relevant functions.
• Manage engagements with the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) and other  regulators or government bodies where relevant (Kenya and, where applicable,  Uganda/Regional markets).
• Partner with Legal, Risk and Compliance to ensure products meet all regulatory and  internal policy requirements.

Product Documentation, Training & Go-to-Market Support

• Develop and continually review product documentation, including technical  specifications, training manuals and underwriting guides.
• Support the development of marketing materials and product content for brochures,  digital channels and sales tools.
• Provide product training and ongoing technical support to Distribution, Customer  Service, Policy Maintenance and other stakeholder teams.

Portfolio Performance, Monitoring & Enhancements

• Support monitoring of product performance and experience, working closely with  actuarial reporting and business teams.
• Recommend product refinements, re-pricing or re-packaging based on performance,  customer feedback and market developments.
• Ensure that product features and pricing remain competitive and aligned to strategic  objectives.

Customer Journey & Experience

• Own and continuously improve the client journey for products within the assigned Line  of Business (GI Kenya including regional GI entities and Life in Kenya & Uganda).
• Work with Marketing and Customer Experience teams to enhance the look, feel and  positioning of Britam’s product offerings.
• Champion customer centricity in all product and process design decisions.
• In addition, the Life Specialist will provide subject matter expertise on NILAS and Life products for Kenya and Uganda, while the GI Specialist will provide similar support for GI Kenya, Britam Connect and regional GI entities

Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

• University Degree in Actuarial Science – or other highly numerate subject areas. 
• Good progress in the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries examinations or any equally recognized professional actuarial body (attempted and passed at least 8 actuarial exams).
• At least 3 years of experience in an actuarial or product development function in a very busy office. 
• Experience across product lines preferred, i.e. life and non-life.
• Proven experience working across functions and with multiple stakeholders.
• A keen eye for innovation in the insurance and financial services space is preferred.