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Business Office Director (Senior Living)

Sellersville, PA, USonsiteFrom $60,000/yr

About Seaton Senior Living Seaton Senior Living, part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, is a recognized industry leader in performance, innovation, and lifestyle personalization. As one of the nation’s leading senior living operators, Seaton Senior Living serves nearly 2,000 residents across the Mid Atlantic. Our communities are located throughout the Mid Atlantic—including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Virigina, and Maryland—where we are dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for our residents through operational excellence, personalized care, and a commitment to enriching lives every day. Discover Your Purpose with Us at Hidden Meadows on the Ridge! As Business Office Director, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day. Your Role: As the Business Office Director, your role includes overseeing the financial, billing, payroll, and human resources functions of the community. You will manage the business office staff, maintain compliance and accuracy in all processes, and provide exceptional service to residents, families, and team members. Position Highlights: * Community Name: Hidden Meadows on the Ridge * Status: Full-Time * Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; MOD Rotation (Approximately Once Monthly), Emergency Support, New Hire Orientation Support, and Operational Flexibility as Needed * Location: 340 Farmers Lane, Sellersville, PA 18960 * Rate of Pay: Starting at $60,000+ Base Salary + 10% Annual Bonus Why You'll Love This Community: Welcome to Hidden Meadows on the Ridge, a charming senior living community in Sellersville designed to bring comfort, connection, and peace of mind. Set against the backdrop of Upper Bucks County’s woodlands, our community combines small-town charm with exceptional service. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, personalized care, and a vibrant lifestyle that promotes independence and fulfillment. As one of the most trusted Sellersville senior living destinations, Hidden Meadows on the Ridge offers both Personal Care in Sellersville and the renowned GLOW℠ Memory Care program. Here, you’ll find a close-knit atmosphere where every resident is valued, and every day offers opportunities for joy and discovery. What You’ll Do: * Oversee business office operations, including billing, collections, accounts payable, payroll, and resident accounts * Prepare, reconcile, and maintain accurate financial records, including cash controls, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements * Collaborate with department leaders to assign and track departmental expenses and budgets; prepare financial and management reports as needed * Maintain resident, vendor, team member, and financial files in accordance with policies and compliance requirements * Partner with residents and families to resolve billing and collection matters professionally and accurately * Lead community human resources processes including recruitment, onboarding, orientation, benefits administration, payroll, and record maintenance * Guide department leaders on employee relations, policy compliance, and performance management * Oversee employee engagement and safety initiatives, including appreciation programs, safety committee leadership, and workplace injury reporting * Conduct exit interviews and prepare regular reports for community leadership * Supervise, train, and coach concierge staff, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of all processes * Ensure corporate policies and internal controls are consistently applied * Perform other duties as assigned to support community operations Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with at least one year of accounting experience preferred * Associate’s degree in Accounting with two to three years of related experience considered * Experience in business office management, payroll, or human resources encouraged * Experience working within regulated healthcare, assisted living, personal care, or senior living environments strongly preferred. * Strong organizational and leadership skills with attention to detail and accuracy * Proficiency in financial systems, human resources information systems, and Microsoft Office applications * Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and compliance * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with residents, families, and team members Why Join Us Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2027! A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members. Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world of senior living. Discover Your Purpose! Our Culture \& Values So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY. Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success. Benefits You’ll Enjoy For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V A Note to Applicants This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis. Agency Policy We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly. Employment Scam Warning We only post jobs on our official careers site and accept applications through that platform. We do not conduct interviews via text or social media or ask for personal or banking information. Regulatory Compliance \& Background Screening Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members. Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

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Business Office Director/HR Director - Luxury Senior Living Community

Los Angeles, CA, USonsite$90,000 - $100,000/yr

About Discovery Management Group Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing. As part of one of the largest senior living families in the U.S., our communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. At Discovery Management Group, purpose guides our work, culture fuels our success, and growth defines our future. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career. Discover Your Purpose with Us at Calligraphy Westwood Village As Business Office Director, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day. Your Role: As the Business Office Director, your role includes overseeing the financial, billing, payroll, and human resources functions of the community. You will manage the business office staff, maintain compliance and accuracy in all processes, and provide exceptional service to residents, families, and team members. What You’ll Do: * Oversee business office operations, including billing, collections, accounts payable, payroll, and resident accounts * Prepare, reconcile, and maintain accurate financial records, including cash controls, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements * Collaborate with department leaders to assign and track departmental expenses and budgets; prepare financial and management reports as needed * Maintain resident, vendor, team member, and financial files in accordance with policies and compliance requirements * Partner with residents and families to resolve billing and collection matters professionally and accurately * Lead community human resources processes including recruitment, onboarding, orientation, benefits administration, payroll, and record maintenance * Guide department leaders on employee relations, policy compliance, and performance management * Oversee employee engagement and safety initiatives, including appreciation programs, safety committee leadership, and workplace injury reporting * Conduct exit interviews and prepare regular reports for community leadership * Supervise, train, and coach business office staff, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of all processes * Ensure corporate policies and internal controls are consistently applied * Perform other duties as assigned to support community operations Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with at least one year of accounting experience preferred * Associate’s degree in Accounting with two to three years of related experience considered * Experience in business office management, payroll, or human resources strongly required * Strong organizational and leadership skills with attention to detail and accuracy * Proficiency in financial systems, human resources information systems, and Microsoft Office applications * Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and compliance * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with residents, families, and team members Why Join Us Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2026! A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members. Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world of senior living. Discover Your Purpose! Our Culture \& Values So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY. Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success. Benefits You’ll Enjoy For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay with early access to earned wages, flexible scheduling, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and growth opportunities, uniforms (where applicable), and additional perks such as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer time off, and wellness-related benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V A Note to Applicants This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis. Agency Policy We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly. Employment Scam Warning We only post jobs on our official careers site and accept applications through that platform. We do not conduct interviews via text or social media or ask for personal or banking information. Regulatory Compliance \& Background Screening Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members. Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

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Renewals Actuary

Sandton, GP, ZA

Business Unit:Function: Actuarial Sciences Date: 2 Feb 2026 Discovery Corporate \& Employee Benefits Renewals Actuary 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. About Discovery Corporate \& Employee Benefits Discovery Corporate and Employee Benefits is the first and only employee benefits provider to be shaping employee behaviour, creating healthier and wealthier workforces. It is an exciting business to be in as we reimagine the way retirement savings and life insurance is brought to companies and employees. About the Renewals Team A specialised multi-disciplinary team that focus only on retaining our existing clients. This team works across the business touching most departments within the business and works externally with brokers and clients. Key Purpose of the role The creation, implementation and execution of the renewal strategy for our Group Risk schemes and execution of renewal strategy for our Umbrella Fund schemes. Improving our processes and understanding market behaviour to support the business to maintain as many of our existing clients as possible. Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to The successful applicant will be responsible for but not limited to the following job functions: + Create a renewal strategy that is in keeping with maintaining our existing Group Risk portfolio lapse rate while maximizing premiums. + Support the implementation of this renewal strategy using updated tools, making sure the tools give the correct outcomes and consistent outcomes across various parts of the renewal process. From claims experience given to market, claims analysis completed and presentations produced. + Execute the renewal strategy through the existing pre-renewal processes to release renewals 90 days before the renewal date of the scheme’s anniversary. + Improvement of the pre-renewal process to make the process as smooth as possible. + Commercial decision making on requests for rate reductions on existing business, taking into account the composite objectives of maximizing premium while minimizing lapses, and understanding the broker and market forces impacting each decision. + Track market feedback and renewals rates that are implemented given competitors positioning in the market. + Building sufficient tools to monitor the competitor landscape for use in the strategy for renewals as well as new business + Supporting large renewal increases with detailed pricing and with supportive presentations to be delivered by the renewals actuary, or the Head of product, Pricing and data integrity or the Chief Commercial Officer. + Building relationships with service consultants, brokers and clients. + Execute renewal strategy from the Umbrella Funds team for existing Umbrella fund clients. + Producing lapse analysis for the various committees on a quarterly basis and presenting in the various forums. + Do 6 monthly analysis on the renewals completed and the extra income this created for the business and reporting on the progress to CEB Exco. + Comprehensive lapse analysis including competitor rates, to understand whether we need to change New Business strategy or renewal strategy and present this to CEB Exco. + Management Information on team’s performance. + Actively reducing the number of queries coming into the team with monthly feedback to the internal teams, changing processes and education. + Knowledge of all the risk factors such as occupation and industry, admin and profit factors and their interdependency. + Knowledge of pricing components of the Umbrella business + Preparation and distribution of quote documents for Group Risk and or Umbrella. + Illustration of the value proposition of Discovery’s benefit enhancements. Role Specific Behaviours Ensures accountability. Action oriented Manages ambiguity. Attracts top talent. Business insight Collaborates Communicate effectively. Manages complexity. Manages conflict. Courage Customer focus Decision quality Develops talent Values differences Directs work. Drives engagement Financial acumen Global perspective Cultivates innovation. Interpersonal savvy Builds networks. Nimble learning Organizational savvy Persuades Plans and aligns. Being resilient Resourcefulness Drives results Demonstrates self-awareness. Self-development Situational adaptability Balances stakeholders Strategic mindset Build effective teams. Tech savvy Instils trust. Drives vision and purpose Optimizes work processes Education and Experience - Matric - Qualified Actuary - 2 or more years of actuarial Group Risk pricing or evaluations experience - Experience in Group Risk, Umbrella Funds or Individual Life recommended. - Knowledge of Power BI, Excel, Compass administration system and ESQS pricing system (advantageous) - SQL Experience - Professional Registration - ASSA/Institute and Faculty of Actuaries - Advanced - Statistical knowledge - Advanced - Keen knowledge of the insurance industry. Trends, new developments and other underwriter’s objectives 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.

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Actuary

Gauteng, South Africa
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Actuary

Sandton, GP, ZA

Business Unit: Discovery Central Services Function: Actuarial Sciences Date: 27 Jan 2026 Newly Qualified Actuary/ Actuarial Analyst This position forms part of the Group Actuarial team. The jobholder will be a nearly or newly qualified actuary with strong technical skills and experience in IFRS 17 work, actuarial function work and/or life valuations and capital. The jobholder will report to a Senior Actuary in the Group Actuarial team and will work in a highly specialised team of actuaries and actuarial analysts who regularly interact with senior actuaries and executives across the Group. The jobholder will primarily be required to fulfil the deliverables of the Discovery Life and Discovery Group Actuarial Functions (including IFRS 17 related deliverables), which includes reviewing various calculations and drafting reports to support the Head of the Actuarial Function to fulfil their function. In addition, the jobholder will be expected to support the other deliverables of the team as and when required: To perform and review measurements of risk exposures against Risk Appetite statements; to identify, scope and perform stress and scenario tests for the purposes of risk understanding and management, statutory reporting and business planning; to contribute to the preparation and review of the Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (“ORSA”) process and reporting. Building, reviewing and running various models to calculate and project the Group’s funding position, regulatory and economic solvency position, as well as risk appetite metrics. This includes the calculation of the embedded value for Health and Vitality, performing the Group embedded value consolidation and preparing the published embedded value statement. Responsibilities The jobholder’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following key activities: Enhancing the Discovery Life (which includes Discovery Invest) Actuarial Function. This responsibility will be primarily focused on the establishment, implementation, and ongoing reporting of regular review components within the IFRS 17 valuation process. It will also include identifying areas of improvement and efficiency, including exploring ways to automate processes. The jobholder will be required to liaise and coordinate with various areas within Discovery Life and Discovery Invest, including product development, valuations and special projects. Developing and Embedding the Discovery Group Actuarial Function as required under the Insurance Act (and associated Prudential Standards). This responsibility will include continually enhancing the Function, so as to provide key information to the Chief Actuary of the Discovery Group. Further, the jobholder will be required to interact with senior staff, including Chief Actuaries and Heads of Actuarial Functions, across the Discovery Group. Perform the assurance work required by the Actuarial Function for Discovery Life and the Discovery Group, which will also include assurance work related to IFRS 17. To provide support to the Head of Actuarial Function for Discovery Life and the Head of Actuarial Function for the Discovery Group as directed in order for them to fulfil their function (as relevant): a. To review and approve new or revised products and limited offers from an actuarial soundness perspective. Further, to review and approve associated key marketing material and policy contracts. b. To review the financial results performed by first line management including IFRS 17, EV, Statutory and capital requirements. This includes the review of the methodologies, assumptions, models, results and analyses performed by first line management. This review involves close interactions with senior actuaries within first line. c. To perform specific IFRS 17 reviews and analysis, including detailed past and projected cohort analysis. d. To review the reinsurance programme annually and changes to the reinsurance programme as required. e. To review the Asset Liability Matching policy annually and provide input into any Asset Liability Matching decisions as required. f. To review the regulatory returns. g. To prepare Actuarial Function reports and other key documents. Contribution to the actuarial aspects of the Group and solo entity ORSAs. To contribute as required to the Group’s full compliance with the requirements of the Insurance Act (and associated Prudential Standards) and international equivalents. Perform ad hoc qualitative and quantitative work relating to the Actuarial Function. Key Performance Measures Work is conducted on time and accurately, with minimum rework and hands on guidance. Evidence of genuine thought leadership and implementation of improvements. Contribute materially to the development and implementation of the IFRS 17 review process. Contribute meaningfully to the development and ongoing operation of the Actuarial Function. Production of regular and ad hoc analyses and reports relating to the Actuarial Function, with a particular focus on IFRS 17. Timely production of all required reports to the relevant governance structures within the organisation. Support of the Head of Actuarial Function in executing his duties as required. Contribution to production of the Group and solo entity ORSA Reports. Skills and Abilities The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills and abilities: Able to use technical and business knowledge to understand the risks inherent across all Discovery’s businesses. Able to comprehend, challenge, analyse and develop complex actuarial models. Able to interpret, rationalise and communicate the results of own work. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with business at all levels, both verbally and in writing. A good technical grounding in the concepts of long term insurance business reserving (including IFRS 17), capital requirements and business projections. Delivery focussed, practical and pragmatic where necessary. Sound judgement of material and immaterial issues in relation to own work. Delivers work required on time and to a high standard with minimal rework. Good team player, able to work with other team members to deliver the objectives of the team. Qualifications and Experience Nearly or newly Qualified Actuary. Strong knowledge in the field of life valuations and capital, including IFRS 17. Advanced knowledge of actuarial modelling tools, preferably Prophet. Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Insurance Act, Prudential Standards, IFRS 17, as well as ASSA’s Advisory Practice Notes. 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.

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Internal Audit Manager

Sandton, GP, ZA

Business Unit: Discovery Bank Function: Banking Date: 3 Feb 2026 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. About Discovery Bank Discovery Bank is a bank like no other – a shared-value bank, designed with our clients in mind. We’re all about sharing the value that clients create when they manage their money well, back with them through exceptional interest rates and rewards. Our Vitality Money programme measures how well clients manage their finances, informs them of what it means to be financially healthy, and empowers them with the knowledge to get enhanced rewards for managing their money well. If you’re adaptable, a problem-solver, always questioning the way things are done, passionate about doing what is right, and obsessed with providing a quality service experience, we have a job for you where you can be your best in an environment that’s safe and nurturing. Job Purpose Lead risk-based IT audits across infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, data, payments, and digital channels to provide independent assurance over technology risks and controls. Strengthen the bank’s control environment, meet local regulatory expectations, and enable secure innovation at speed. Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to: 1) Audit Planning \& Governance Develop and maintain the risk-based IT audit plan aligned to the bank’s strategic objectives, risk appetite, and Three Lines Model. Perform technology risk assessments covering cloud (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS), cybersecurity, data \& AI/ML, DevSecOps, third party risk, payments, open banking/APIs, and resilience. Ensure conformance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards / IPPF) and alignment to King IV™ principles on governance. Prepare Audit Committee packs for IT audit coverage, opinions, key themes, and trend analyses. 2) Execution of IT Audits - Lead end to end audits (scoping, fieldwork, issue validation, reporting) over: IT General Controls (ITGCs) and application controls across core banking, digital channels, and enablement platforms. Cybersecurity (governance, identity \& access, SOC, vulnerability/patch, incident response, endpoint, network \& cloud security). Cloud \& platform engineering (architecture, configuration, CSP shared responsibility, IaC controls, container/Kubernetes security). Data governance \& privacy (POPIA, data lineage/quality, access, ISO/IEC 27701 alignment). Payments \& cards (EFT, RTGS, card acquiring/issuing, PCI DSS scope and interfaces). Business continuity \& operational resilience (BCP/DR, RTO/RPO, scenario testing). Third party \& fintech partnerships (onboarding due diligence, contracting, ongoing monitoring, exit plans). Change, SDLC \& DevSecOps (agile ceremonies, CI/CD, testing, segregation of duties, release management). AI/ML \& model risk (data sourcing, bias, explainability, monitoring, access, change control—coordinating with Model Risk/Internal Audit specialists). 3) Issue Management \& Stakeholder Engagement Produce clear, prioritized reports with root cause, business impact, and actionable remediation: Track and validate remediation; escalate overdue/high risk issues. Build strong relationships with CIO/CTO/CISO, Data, Engineering, Product, Risk, and Compliance while maintaining independence. 4) Data Led Assurance \& Continuous Auditing Drive data analytics in audits (e.g., log analysis, user access analytics, config drift, control health dashboards). Pilot continuous monitoring and controls automation where feasible; mentor the team on Python/SQL/Power BI usage. 5) Regulatory and Standards Alignment Align assurance to Banks Act requirements and Prudential Authority (SARB) expectations, POPIA, FICA, NCA, and Payment System rules where applicable. Reference and benchmark against COBIT, NIST CSF/800 53, ISO/IEC 27001/2, PCI DSS, CIS Controls, and internal policies/standards. 6) People, Quality \& Vendor Management Manage, coach, and upskill the audit team; curate an annual training plan (CISA/CISM/CISSP, cloud security, data analytics). Oversee co-sourced audit partners; set scope, quality criteria, and deliverable timelines. Perform engagement quality reviews and maintain a robust internal audit Methodology \& QAIP (Quality Assurance and Improvement Program). Personal Attributes and Skills Risk based, outcome oriented thinker with strong professional skepticism and independence. Executive presence \& communication: able to distill complex tech risks into concise messages for EXCO/Audit Committee. Collaboration \& influence: builds trust with Technology and Product while holding firm on control requirements. Learning agility: keeps pace with cloud native architectures, platform engineering, AI/ML, and evolving threats. Structured problem solver with strong root cause and issue prioritisation skills. Ethical judgement and confidentiality aligned to IIA Code of Ethics. Resilience under pressure; comfortable challenging senior stakeholders. Excellent writing (findings, opinions, and board level reporting). Banks Act and SARB Prudential Authority supervisory expectations (incl. IT/cyber risk, outsourcing, operational resilience). POPIA, FICA, NCA, Payments Association of SA rules, and relevant PCI DSS obligations. Corporate governance via King V™ and alignment to the IIA Standards (IPPF). Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Risk/Audit, or related field (required). Professional certifications (one or more required): CISA (preferred), CIA (advantage), CISM/CRISC/CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer (advantage). Cloud security certifications (e.g., CCSP, AWS/Azure security specialty) advantageous. Data \& analytics: demonstrable SQL and/or Python skills; data privacy certification (e.g., CIPT) advantageous. 8–10+ years total experience in IT audit, technology risk, cybersecurity, or related assurance 3–5+ years in a managerial/lead role. Banking/fintech background essential; digital retail bank experience strongly preferred. Led multiple audits across cloud, cybersecurity, digital channels, payments, core banking, data governance, and third‑party risk. * Experience interfacing with Audit Committees, regulators, and external auditors. 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.

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Business Analyst

Sandton, GP, ZA

Business Unit: Discovery Central Services Function: Application Systems Date: 5 Feb 2026 Discovery - Group Information Services Business Analyst About DiscoveryDiscovery’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. About CRM - D2C TEAM We are a service focused team that has a drive to solve problems with urgency, and meet the needs of our clients to the best of our ability. We are looking for smart, energetic, experienced and dynamic achievers who take initiative and ownership, and who thrive on constant challenges and high-speed change to join us on this journey. If you have an entrepreneurial mind and appreciate calculated risks, then the Discovery environment will liberate you to realise your full potential. Key Purpose Understanding the technical requirements, and through a structured process documentng, validating and translating it into functional specifications that are used by developers to craft a technical solution. Testing and validating the functionality of the technical solution against the technical requirements. Interfacing between the Systems Architect, client (where relevant) and the development team with regards to the technical, business and functional requirements. Ensuring that the technical and/or the business requirements are delivered in the implemented solution. Working with multiple systems and business areas and multiple teams that require deep integration of solutions. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, and acting as consultant on the application. Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to: Business Case Assist the Systems Architect and/or business to articulate the benefits they wish to realize with the solution. Facilitating the development of a Technical Design or Business Case. Agile Methodology Design and validate the functional solution using Agile Methodology. This involves interpreting the product / technical requirements into Agile Epics and Stories Plan Agile Sprints and Stories for the Sprint Apply knowledge of the system, interfaces and dependencies to highlight integration aspects that must be considered. Identify a set of stakeholders that need to be involved in creating and validating the Agile Story Board by interview business and technical owners, as well as experienced members of the development team (Development Manager, Architect, Snr BA). Design a set of test cases/scripts, test scenarios and test data sets to accompany the Agile Story Board Validate the Agile Epics and Test Basket with the identified stakeholders and obtain sign-off. Release Notes \& Training Material Update and publish release notes related to the current system changes implemented and notify impacted parties. Maintain and update the Agile Story Board (Epics and Stories) with any added content. Personal Attributes and Skills Behavioral Skills Time management and prioritization Creativeness Curiosity Learning orientation Negotiation skills Innovation Technical Skills Agile Methodology Project Management SQL queries Business Writing Skills Presentation and Facilitation Skills Solution Architecture Process Mapping Entity Diagram mapping Software testing pack design, functional testing Education and Experience Minimum Informatics or other relevant degree 3 – 5 years Business Analyst experience Agile Methodology Certification Advantageous 1 year Software Development experience Honours degree Methodologies Agile Methodology Tools Enterprise architect Visio SoapUI (SOAP) / REST client (JSON) Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence) Processes ITIL (Incident, Release, Problem Management) Technologies SQL (Oracle and IBM Netezza) UML XML JSON Other Software architecture JAD sessions Data modelling techniques 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.

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Developer (Senior)

Sandton, GP, ZA

Business Unit: Discovery Insure Function: Insurance (Short Term) Date: 4 Feb 2026 Discovery – Insure Developer (Senior) – Vitality Drive Insure 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. About Discovery Insure Discovery Insure is committed to creating a nation of great drivers through our innovative Shared-value Insurance model. Discovery Insure is South Africa’s fastest growing short-term insurance company with comprehensive products that provide protection against current and emerging risks facing clients in the motor and home sectors. Vitality Drive, an internationally-recognised and award-winning programme, is a key differentiator in the market that incentivises and rewards clients for driving well. The Vitality Drive programme has been scaled to local and international markets which now include Europe and the Middle East. The company employs over 1 000 people who are committed to putting our customers and financial advisers first by providing unique and innovative solutions and cover. Key Purpose We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Full Stack Java Developer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable enterprise applications. Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to Design + Translate business requirements into technical designs adhering to Discovery Insure processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements. Deliver within agreed timeframes. + Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed + Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise + Estimate development timelines based on business requirements Development + Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Deliver within agreed timeframes + Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found Testing + Verify build stability and quality with the development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects. + Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data. + Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary. Support / Troubleshooting + Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures + Ability to effectively analyse root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues) Mentoring/ Team development + Actively coach other developers to understand and apply the Insure coding and architectural standards correctly, as well as any technologies in use + Perform code review to ensure logical correctness, maintainability, scalability, performance, compliance with architectural standards and frameworks Personal development + Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the Discovery environment + Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models General + Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively. Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions + Able to build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support Skills and Competencies: Technical Mastery Systems Thinking Collaboration \& Stakeholder Engagement Delivery \& Execution Code Quality \& Engineering Standards Problem Solving \& Critical Thinking Adaptability \& Continuous Learning Leadership \& Mentorship Technical Skills Excellent understanding of Object Orientated principals and Java language fundamentals Knowledge of commonly used design patterns Broad understanding of how to put together an EE-based business solution from scratch Core skills (Java, Spring Boot, SQL) Tech (EJB, JSF, JAXB, MDBs) Front-end basics (HTML, jQuery) Methodologies (UML) Formats/standards (XML/XSD) Application server (JBoss) Education and Experience Education: Matric (Essential) BSc Computer Science /Information Systems degree (Essential) Formal Java qualification Minimum Experience: 6+ years’ experience in Java development with exposure to core competencies listed Advantageous Experience - REST Web services - JSON - Business Process Management Tools - Apache Camel - Apache Webserver Configuration - JBOSS Configuration - CSS - GIT Strong backend development experience using Java and Spring Boot. Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and containerization. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Integrated Build Tools * HTML 5 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.

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Android Developer

Sandton, GP, ZA

Business Unit: Discovery Insure Function: Information Technology Date: 22 Jan 2026 Discovery – Insure Android Developer 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. About Discovery Insure Discovery Insure is committed to creating a nation of great drivers through our innovative Shared-value Insurance model. Discovery Insure is South Africa’s fastest growing short-term insurance company with comprehensive products that provide protection against current and emerging risks facing clients in the motor and home insurance sectors. Vitality Drive, an internationally-recognised and award-winning programme, is a key differentiator in the market that incentivises and rewards clients for driving well. The Vitality Drive programme has been scaled to local and international markets which now include Europe and the Middle East. The company employs over 1 000 people who are committed to putting our customers and financial advisers first by providing unique and innovative solutions and cover. Key Purpose The Android developer will work on the Discovery application together with Product Owners from various business units, Business Analysts, UX/UI designers \& Content Teams, System Architect, and managers to understand the overall business need and the requirements, design the system solution using various approaches and technologies, implement the designed solution in the system with high quality source code. The Android Developer will support the projects throughout the project lifecycle, including requirements, design, implementation, release, and post release support. Android developers in the Insure Digital area must be able to technically support and maintain the deployed applications on dev, test and production environments. Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to The system development life cycle and can explain the Android developer role in each stage The defined system development tools, processes and workflows The distinction between business, functional and non-functional requirements and how to implement them The importance of delivering high quality source code and how to achieve it The technologies used and the systems components structure The domain and business terminologies and link them back to system implementations Skills and KnowledgeTechnologies J2EE, Sprint Boot Android, Java, Kotlin WebLogic, Apache UML XML, JSON SOAP and REST Web Service Development Software architecture JAD sessions Data modelling techniques Methodologies Waterfall and Agile Knowledge of OO design principles and development patterns Tools SoapUI (SOAP) / REST client (JSON) Android Studio Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence) Processes ITIL (Incident, Release, Problem Management) Personal attributes and skills Stress Management Time management and prioritization Creativeness Learning orientation Negotiation skills Innovation Clean code thinking Presentation and Facilitation Skills Software testing pack design, functional testing Education and Experience Education: Matric (Essential) 3+ Year IT related Degree or Diploma (BSc/BTech or similar) or related experience (Essential) Minimum Experience: 2+ years’ experience developing Android applications Have worked on multiple published apps in the Play Store 3+ years of hands-on experience developing native apps for Android Deep understanding of REST, JSON, HTTP and related mobile networking frameworks Unit testing and mocking frameworks. Knowledge of OO design principles and development patterns Experience with agile development methodologies Experience with automated testing tools and techniques Experience in Kotlin beneficial Experience with GIT Have worked on at least 1 app published in the Play Store 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.

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Business Analyst

Gauteng, South Africa
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Developer (Senior)

Sandton, GP, ZA

Business Unit: Discovery Insure Function: Insurance (Short Term) Date: 4 Feb 2026 Discovery – Insure Developer (Senior) – Vitality Drive Insure 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. About Discovery Insure Discovery Insure is committed to creating a nation of great drivers through our innovative Shared-value Insurance model. Discovery Insure is South Africa’s fastest growing short-term insurance company with comprehensive products that provide protection against current and emerging risks facing clients in the motor and home sectors. Vitality Drive, an internationally-recognised and award-winning programme, is a key differentiator in the market that incentivises and rewards clients for driving well. The Vitality Drive programme has been scaled to local and international markets which now include Europe and the Middle East. The company employs over 1 000 people who are committed to putting our customers and financial advisers first by providing unique and innovative solutions and cover. Key Purpose We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Full Stack Java Developer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable enterprise applications. Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to Design + Translate business requirements into technical designs adhering to Discovery Insure processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements. Deliver within agreed timeframes. + Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed + Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise + Estimate development timelines based on business requirements Development + Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Deliver within agreed timeframes + Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found Testing + Verify build stability and quality with the development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects. + Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data. + Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary. Support / Troubleshooting + Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures + Ability to effectively analyse root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues) Mentoring/ Team development + Actively coach other developers to understand and apply the Insure coding and architectural standards correctly, as well as any technologies in use + Perform code review to ensure logical correctness, maintainability, scalability, performance, compliance with architectural standards and frameworks Personal development + Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the Discovery environment + Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models General + Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively. Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions + Able to build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support Skills and Competencies: Technical Mastery Systems Thinking Collaboration \& Stakeholder Engagement Delivery \& Execution Code Quality \& Engineering Standards Problem Solving \& Critical Thinking Adaptability \& Continuous Learning Leadership \& Mentorship Technical Skills Excellent understanding of Object Orientated principals and Java language fundamentals Knowledge of commonly used design patterns Broad understanding of how to put together an EE-based business solution from scratch Core skills (Java, Spring Boot, SQL) Tech (EJB, JSF, JAXB, MDBs) Front-end basics (HTML, jQuery) Methodologies (UML) Formats/standards (XML/XSD) Application server (JBoss) Education and Experience Education: Matric (Essential) BSc Computer Science /Information Systems degree (Essential) Formal Java qualification Minimum Experience: 6+ years’ experience in Java development with exposure to core competencies listed Advantageous Experience - REST Web services - JSON - Business Process Management Tools - Apache Camel - Apache Webserver Configuration - JBOSS Configuration - CSS - GIT Strong backend development experience using Java and Spring Boot. Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and containerization. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Integrated Build Tools * HTML 5 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.

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Senior Fund Coordinator

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Business Unit: Discovery Health Function: Administration and Office Support Date: 4 Feb 2026 Discovery – Health Senior Fund Co-Ordinator 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 to not only achieve financial success, but ignite positive and meaningful change within our society. About InHouse Discovery InHouse is the Division which looks after restricted membership medical schemes under Discovery Health’s administration. Specifically, we represent the link between the medical schemes’ Principal Officers (POs) and Boards of Trustees. This would broadly cover all aspects of Governance, Regulations, and the services which Discovery provides to each scheme. The InHouse Division is directly responsible for the implementation of new schemes, new business growth, fund management and financial administration of scheme administration. Key Purpose Support and administration for our Fund Managers. As Fund Coordinator you will be expected to fulfil the following duties relating to one to three schemes assigned to you Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to: SECRETARIAL Setting up meeting dates for the various Scheme meetings. Setting up, confirming, and attending all formal and ad hoc scheme meetings of the schemes e.g., Audit, Board of Trustees, and all sub-Committees. Attendance and confirmation of DH attendees for all formal and ad hoc scheme meetings as requested by the scheme and the DH stakeholders. Collation of agendas, matters arising and meeting packs within SLA. Formal recording (typing) of Minutes of all formal and ad hoc scheme meetings (including the AGM), and the distribution of meeting Minutes within SLA. Informal meeting notes to be distributed as per the Fund Manager’s guidance. Obtain signatures from relevant Chairpersons on finalised minutes and ensure compliant record keeping (storage) of all meeting Minutes and Notes. Quality checking of draft meeting packs and draft Minutes prior to submission to the Fund Manager/ scheme for approval. QA of all meeting packs, reports, meeting Minutes and Notes prior to distribution. Compilation of the Matters Arising Schedules, monitoring and timeous following up on action items with relevant stakeholders. Ensuring resolution of action items before specified due dates. Coordination of DH requested forums and workshops as may be required by Fund Manager / Inhouse Management. Maintain and make available to business the current set of scheme rules, and ensure control and record storage of all CMS rule registration and other inputs. ADMINISTRATION Compliant electronic and manual filing, including the e-filing of all statutory documents, including the statutory returns. Collating of fund management documents for various internal and external audits, including CMS routine inspections. Liaison with the Council for Medical Schemes to ensure compliance with Regulatory requirements relating to the AGM, update of Trustees, etc. Co-ordination and maintenance of scheme mandates, policies and protocols, and registers. Co-ordination and maintenance of all scheme contracts and certificates of adherences, and maintenance of a Contracts Register. Distributing documents requested by Trustees and POs. Log and follow up more intricate queries and investigate where necessary. Assist in resolving Finance requests and payments on behalf of the scheme. Maintain all required registers, including those for Resolutions, Conflict of interest, Meeting Attendance, etc. Maintain repository of documents as may be required for CMS routine inspections. CLIENT LIAISON Resolution of escalated queries sent directly to the Fund Coordinator/ Fund Manager. Take ownership, provide regular feedback and ensure accurate and quick resolution of escalations. Communicate appropriate information accurately to internal and external stakeholders. Monitor and ensure administration aligns with scheme rules / policies. Address discrepancies directly with the business area concerned and escalate systemic issues to the Fund Manager. COMMUNICATION/ MARKETING Assist the Fund Manager in drafting and finalisation to sign-off of all scheme communication, including year-end brochures, AGM, newsletters, and documents related to scheme initiatives, as may be required. End-to-end management of the distribution of scheme communication to members, whether in print, electronically or on via the scheme website, and ensuring deadlines are adhered to. High level management of communication projects relative to the SLA and regulatory requirements. REPORTING/ DATA REQUESTS Manual extraction, QA, formatting, and conversion of communication data files. Collating, distribution and monitoring of all SLA and non-SLA monthly and quarterly reports. Report management and coordination of all ad-hoc scheme data requests. Coordination of the AGM-specific membership data dumps required by external service providers. Resolution of any data queries and discrepancies by navigating the relevant DH divisions for timeous distribution of data/reports. Engagement with scheme actuaries to ensure Scheme requests are reviewed, approved, and logged as required. Maintenance of scheme information via the Governance Tool. PROJECT MANAGEMENT Assist the formal project manager with the Annual General Meeting (AGM) project. Drafting and logging of all AGM member communications on Trending. Coordination of, and monitoring of project deliverable timelines, ensuring all Regulatory requirements are adhered to. Assist with project management for the annual Year End and B\&C project Personal Attributes and Skills LANGUAGE SKILLS: English: Must be fluent in English - written and spoken. COMPUTER LITERACY Proficiency with the following programmes required: MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Outlook' COMPETENCIES Uphold ethics and values; demonstrate integrity. Ability to contribute within a team, work independently and without supervision (virtually). Take initiative and work under their own direction - self-starter. Excellent skills at organising information and meeting compliance standards. Ability to work under pressure, monitoring performance against deadlines and milestones. Resilience, enthusiasm, energy, and drive with a high regard for quality outcomes. Ability to learn quickly. Ability to balance DH and scheme needs. Willingness to follow instructions and prescribed procedures, deliver results, and meet scheme client and DH expectations. Stakeholder relationship management, internal at DH and external. Excellent liaison skills –scheme clients, external and DH stakeholders Willingness to travel to and from clients from time to time, and be flexible about working hours. Education and Experience EDUCATION Matric (essential). Business /Administration/Secretarial qualification EXPERIENCE Experience in the medical scheme industry. 3 – 5 years working in a high-volume admin function. Discovery Health experience. Experience in managing projects advantageous. Experience in managing multiple simultaneous tasks and challenges required. DESIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Analysis and problem-solving skills. Conflict management skills. Industry knowledge, including product and legislation (advantageous). Reporting and presentation skills. Strong attention to detail. Interpersonal skills. Organisational skills. Previous Minute and report writing experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in preferred language (English). Exceptionally strong administration and organisation skills are critical. 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.

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Data Analyst (Senior)

South Africaonsite

Data Analyst (Senior) Discovery- Integrated Shared Services 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. About the role We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Data Analyst with a strong technical foundation in data pipeline development and Power BI reporting to join our Data and Analytics team. The successful candidate will support Discovery People and Corporate Shared Services teams by delivering data-driven insights, reports, and dashboards to inform strategic decisions related to workforce planning, employee engagement, space utilisation, and operational efficiency. This role will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, scalable reporting solutions, and robust data models that power decision-making across the organization. What We Offer • Opportunity to work on high-impact projects influencing workplace and people strategies. • Learning and development support to grow your analytics skills. • A collaborative and supportive team environment. Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to • Work with Discovery People and Corporate Shared Services teams to understand reporting needs and deliver accurate, timely, and relevant data analyses. • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI, Excel, and SQL. • Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines for transforming raw data into clean, analysis-ready datasets. • Build and optimize Power BI dashboards and reports, including advanced DAX measures and semantic models. • Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to define data requirements, KPIs, and success metrics. • Lead initiatives to standardize and automate data ingestion, transformation, and reporting workflows. • Develop and maintain documentation for data models, pipelines, and reporting standards. • Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security across all analytics assets. • Mentor junior analysts and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the analytics function. • Performing requirements and root cause analysis and ensuring solutions meet business needs and requirements. • Effectively communicating insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management. Competencies • Proficiency in: • SQL (complex queries, CTE’s, data aggregation, performance tuning) • Power BI (building dashboards, using DAX, data modelling) • Data pipeline tools such as SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) • Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail and documentation • Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modelling • Experience working with large and complex datasets across multiple systems • Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business questions into analytical solutions. • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills • Leadership and mentoring capabilities. Education and Experience • Matric (Essential) • Bachelor’s degree in statistics, mathematics, information technology, actuarial science etc. • 5+ years of experience in a data analyst or analytics engineering role. • Experience working with sensitive or confidential data and maintaining data privacy standards. • Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver analytics projects independently. Preferred • Experience with cloud data platforms such as Azure, Fabric • Familiarity with Python, R, or scripting for automation and analysis. • Exposure to HR, Finance, Operations, or Facilities Management data (domain-specific knowledge is a plus). • Experience with version control (e.g., Git) and collaborative development practices 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. 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.

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Information Analyst

South Africaonsite

Discovery | Sales and Distribution Information Analyst - Associate Specialist Level 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. About Discovery Sales and Distribution In Discovery Sales and Distribution, defying gravity is part of our everyday work. We’re a dynamic team of passionate individuals who thrive on pushing boundaries, embracing the impossible, and tackling challenges that have never been done before. Our vibrant environment is driven by a shared commitment to Discovery’s core purpose, values, and ambition. We work across multiple distribution channels and all Discovery products, delivering innovative solutions and impactful projects that shape the future of our business. Whether it's through strategic marketing initiatives or breakthrough sales strategies, we strive for excellence in everything we do—because here, ordinary is never enough. Key Purpose of the role To enable data-driven decision-making by transforming complex data into actionable insights through analysis, reporting, and visualization. The Information Analyst ensures the accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of management information while maintaining comprehensive documentation of data processes, methodologies, and reporting standards. The role requires someone who can work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality outputs within tight deadlines, all while maintaining a strong focus on detail and data integrity. This position is critical in bridging technical data systems with business objectives to support strategic and operational goals. Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to: · Gather, clean and validate data from multiple internal and external sources. · Analyse data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business decisions. · Design, develop, and maintain dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI, Excel and other reporting and visualization tools that the company utilizes. · Collaborate and interact with the different product houses, MIS teams and other business units to understand data needs and deliver tailored insights. · Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting as requested by stakeholders. · Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of data sources, transformation logic, reporting methodologies, and business/technical definitions and requirements including SOP’s, to ensure transparency, consistency, and alignment across data initiatives. · Facilitate secure data exchange by providing SFTP support to stakeholders, including logging access requests, managing permissions, and delivering user training to ensure effective and compliant platform usage. · Support the development and optimization of the MIS team, including data pipelines and automation. · Train users on interpreting reports and using self-service tools where applicable. · Compile and present data-driven reports that summarize key findings and deliver actionable insights to support informed business decision-making. · Ensuring DLP principles are applied, and end users and other MIS stakeholders/recipients align with the Discovery Group DLP standards. · Work with other departments/stakeholders to understand their data needs to guide them on what data to extract and provide insights that support their goals. · Provide proactive support to the Managers by assisting with project coordination, reporting, and team communication, while also collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on data initiatives and business objectives. · Work with project teams in order to deliver on the MIS component on Discovery projects within the project timelines. · Ensure timely delivery of outputs by meeting deadlines and fulfilling stakeholder requirements. · Provide feedback to management/stakeholders regarding reports delivered and planned activities for the following week on a regular basis. · Attend to maintenance of reports/dashboards which includes modernizing the report in line with best of breed practices. · Research and familiarise yourself with best of breed practices pertaining to MIS environment. Key outputs may include but not limited to: · Data coordinating and analysis on information retrieved/received. · Produce technical specifications for MIS/business requirements. · Obtain the relevant/required data from other Discovery stakeholders in order to meet and fulfil MIS requirements. · Create and maintain reports that are required by various parties. · Ensuring quality of delivery. · Assist and work closely with all stakeholders while business relationships. · Compiling and maintenance of daily, weekly, and monthly reports. · Compiling and maintenance of ad-hoc reports for relevant teams. · Writing necessary SQL scripts for extracting data to support any required needs. · Compiling necessary Power BI dashboards to support any required needs, this includes the creation and maintenance of these dashboards. · Publish and maintain a list of approved production report/dashboards across Sales and Distribution. · Documentation of data sources, data linage and business/technical definitions and requirements. · Producing operational reporting and where necessary specifying new reporting requirements. Example cases: Cognos reports, Excel reports, SQL reports, and Power BI dashboards. · Review the functional requirements with the client, using appropriate formats such as presentations and walk-through discussions. · Delivering within agreed timelines and SLA’s. Competencies The successful candidate will be required to display the key competencies but not limited to: · Strong analytical and data modelling skills. · Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to build relationships with key stakeholders. · Above average ability to work with, analyse, and report on data. · Ability to source data from both structured and unstructured sources. · Ability to work well under pressure and in conditions of change. · A team player who can work independently and within team structures when required to do so with minimum supervision. · Ability to multi-task and to manage workload. · Logical, organized and structured. · High level of attention to detail. · Resilience, enthusiasm, energy, and drive. · Positive, can-do attitude. · Ethical and able to maintain confidentiality and manage boundaries. · Aligned to Discovery values and core purpose. · Analysis, judgment, and problem-solving skills essential. · Planning and organisational skills must be well honed. · Must be able to control own work effort. · Tolerance of Stress. · Must display tenacity and drive to accomplish tasks. · Must be able to work and manage deadlines. · Ability to present and interpret reports. · Ability to follow instructions from their manager. Technical Skills: · Advanced proficiency in SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools. · Experience and understanding working with star/snowflake schemas, fact and dimension tables. · Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes is a plus. · Excellent communication and presentation abilities. · Basic knowledge of Git for managing code and collaboration. · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. · Attention to detail and a commitment to data quality. · Understanding of data cataloguing, lineage, and metadata management. Education and Experience: Qualification · Matric with maths (Essential) · Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related field. (Essential) · Postgraduate degree (simply an advantageous) · Relevant SQL Certification (e.g., Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate, MySQL Developer Certification, PostgreSQL Certification, or equivalent) · Data Visualization Certification or Proficiency (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate, or demonstrated expertise in tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik). Experience · Minimum 2-5 years experience in SQL and advanced Excel functions · Minimum 4-5 years experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, etc). · Minimum 4-5 years of experience in a data analysis, MIS, or business intelligence role 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.

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Business Analyst

South Africaonsite

Discovery – Group Information Services – Systems of Engagement Business 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. About Digital Channels Working in a high-performance organization that prides itself in attracting the finest talent, we challenge ourselves to find solutions that make a difference in the world. Our environment is always buzzing with energy and smart, motivated people working on finding the best way to move forward. The Digital Channels team works on dynamic new projects and product enhancements within the web and mobile platforms in order to improve business inefficiencies, gain competitive advantage on our products and ultimately to provide better service to our clients. Using knowledge of the organization’s technology infrastructure and specific software applications, Digital Channels helps the business to address changes through technologies. Key Purpose Understanding the business requirements, and through a structured process documenting, validating and translating it into functional specifications that are used by developers to craft a technical solution. Testing and validating the functionality of the technical solution against the business requirements. Interfacing between the business client and the development team with regards to the business and functional requirements. Ensuring that the business requirements are delivered in the implemented solution. Working with multiple business areas and multiple teams that require deep integration of solutions. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and acting as consultant on the application. Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to Business Case • Assist business to articulate the benefits they wish to realize with the solution. Facilitating the development of a Business Case. Product Requirements Specification (PRS) • Design and validate the functional solution. • This involves interpreting the CRS into a set of Product Requirements Specification (PRS). • Apply knowledge of the system, interfaces and dependencies to highlight integration aspects that must be considered. • Identify a set of stakeholders that need to be involved in creating and validating the PRS. Interview business and technical owners, as well as experienced members of the development team (Development Manager, Architect, Snr BA). • Design a set of test cases/scripts, test scenario's and test data sets to accompany the PRS. • Validate the PRS and Test Basket with the client and identified stakeholders and obtain sign-off. Release Notes & Training Material • Update and publish release notes related to the current system changes implemented, and notify impacted parties. Maintain and update the BRS and PRS with any added content. Personal Attributes and Skills Behavioral Skills • Stress Management • Time management and prioritization • Creativeness • Learning orientation • Negotiation skills • Innovation Technical Skills • Project Management • SQL queries • Business Writing Skills • Presentation and Facilitation Skills • Solution Architecture • Process Mapping • Entity Diagram mapping • Software testing pack design, functional testing Education and Experience Minimum • Any IT degree or diploma, or any relevant BA qualification • 3 year business analyst experience • Advantageous • 1 year user interface analyst experience • Business experience and product knowledge Methodologies • Agile Tools • Enterprise architect • Visio • SoapUI (SOAP) / REST client (JSON) • Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence) Technologies • SQL (advantageous) • UML • XML • JSON • ITIL (advantageous) Other • Software architecture • JAD sessions • Data modelling techniques 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.

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