Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Actuarial Society of South Africa Exemptions
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
Volunteer Work
References
Timeline
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Leandri Viviers

Leandri Viviers

Summary

Dynamic Actuarial Honours student with a proven ability to excel in collaborative and independent environments. Demonstrates strong critical and creative thinking skills, complemented by expertise in data analysis and programming. Committed to leveraging analytical capabilities for impactful results in the actuarial field.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Vacation Work Student

Directrix Risk Services
Sandton, Johannesburg
11.2024 - 12.2025
  • Volunteered to help out whenever special projects arose and handled administrative tasks, data entry and filing.
  • Learned more about applied forecasting, modeling, and assumption-building concepts, working with financial models to assess the impact of various actuarial assumptions.
  • Participated in meetings with senior management regarding current issues related to actuarial matters like the recently implemented IFRS 17.
  • Worked alongside a mentor to analyze claim experience data to determine reserve requirements for specific lines of business, as well as performing stress testing scenarios based on changes in economic conditions and interest rates.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Education

Honours - Actuarial Science

North-West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

North-West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa
12-2024

High School Diploma -

Hoërskool Ermelo
Ermelo, South Africa
12-2021

Skills

  • Skilled in Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
  • Skilled in programming languages, R and SAS
  • Actuarial science fundamentals
  • Basic knowledge of C#, Python, and SQL
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Critical thinking aptitude
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Self-motivation and drive
  • Team leadership

Actuarial Society of South Africa Exemptions

  • N111 Foundation APP
  • A111 Actuarial Statistics
  • A112 Business Economics
  • A113 Business Finance
  • A211 Financial Mathematics
  • A212 Risk Modelling and Survival Analysis
  • A213 Contingencies

Affiliations

  • A well-rounded individual with a passion for continuous learning, creativity, and personal growth. Highly active, enjoying a variety of physical pursuits such as gym, walking, and sports like paddle and golf. A lover of literature and storytelling, with a deep appreciation for thought-provoking works, including 1984 and Circe. Enthusiastic about the arts, particularly theater and film, with a strong background in drama and a keen interest in cinematic classics like The Godfather. Currently exploring the world of trading, balancing long-term investments with short-term strategies. A strong believer in meaningful connections, valuing time with family and friends above all. Dedicated to lifelong learning, with a 270-day streak on Duolingo—though still working on mastering German!

Accomplishments

High School

  • Accomplished in public speaking, with multiple recognitions, including being named the SALA (South African Literacy Association) Public Speaking National Winner.
  • Actively participated in drama, taking on lead roles in school productions and achieving recognition as a Con Spirito National Item Winner.
  • Short story published in ”Die Poort”
  • Cultural Head Girl
  • Captained school hockey team and participated in discus and shot put at provincial level.

University

  • ·Wanda Ladies’ Residence SRCS Vice-Chairperson
  • NWU Secretarial Subcommittee
  • NWU Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Student Academic Chapter Member

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Beginner (A1)
A1

Volunteer Work

VOLKSRUST PUBLIC LIBRARY

· Visits to Rusoord Old Age Home to do their weekly book exchange

CHRISTMAS GIFT BOX PROJECT

· A yearly project to provide less fortunate children with school essentials, sanitary products as well as an age appropriate gift for Christmas.

Wanda Ladies’ Residence SRCS Subcommittee

· Helping a less privileged pre-school schools in the North-West Province by providing basic necessities, such as food and clothing, along with academic tools to improve their education.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Vacation Work Student

Directrix Risk Services
11.2024 - 12.2025

Honours - Actuarial Science

North-West University

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

North-West University

High School Diploma -

Hoërskool Ermelo
Leandri Viviers