SA3

The SA3 Story

“We help people. That is ultimately what we do. It is incredibly rewarding to look back on a successful placement when you know you made a difference in someone’s life.”

The SA3 Story

“We help people. That is ultimately what we do. It is incredibly rewarding to look back on a successful placement when you know you made a difference in someone’s life.”

The SA3 Team

Wilhelm de Wet
Founder & Managing Director; Actuary (FASSA, FIA)

+27 (0) 82 823 9978

Henda Pretorius
Director; Actuary (FASSA, FIA)

+27 (0) 83 603 2961

Jurie Gouws
Recruitment Consultant; Actuary (FASSA, CERA)

+27 (0) 82 474 1298

Lidelle Rheeders
Personal Assistant to Wilhelm de Wet

+27 (0) 72 998 4219

Martie du Plessis
Personal Assistant to Henda Pretorius

+27 (0) 76 301 8023

Martie du Plessis
Personal Assistant to Henda Pretorius
Personal Assistant to Henda Pretorius
Martie joined our expanding team in July 2013 as Henda’s Personal Assistant. She completed her Diploma in Executive Assistant (IAC of SA) in 2000. Martie loves spending time with her family doing outdoor activities such as mountain biking and camping.
Lidelle Rheeders
Personal Assistant to Wilhelm de Wet
Personal Assistant to Wilhelm de Wet
Lidelle joined the SA3 team in July 2013 and made an immediate impact. She studied Tourism Management at the Central University of Technology Free State and passed Cum Laude. With six years’ experience in Hospitality and Sales, the transition into recruitment and the SA3 team went smoothly. She is dedicated and precise, but enjoys interaction with other people. She has a good listening ear and positive outlook in life. Lidelle is married to Johan and enjoys MTB cycling, photography and horse riding in her spare time.
Wilhelm de Wet
Founder & Managing Director; Actuary (FASSA, FIA)
Founder & Managing Director
Wilhelm qualified as an actuary in 2004 and co-founded SA3 (South African Actuaries Abroad) with his wife Helena in 2005. He has Life Insurance experience in both the South African and UK markets, gained at some of the major insurers in both countries. Wilhelm has managed the business (with Helena and later Henda) since inception and the knowledge and contacts he brings to the business are invaluable. His wife and four children take up most of his spare time, but besides that, he is a keen traveller. His hobbies include any sport that is played with a ball and he makes a mean cappuccino.
Henda Pretorius
Director; Actuary (FASSA, FIA)
Director; Actuary (FASSA, FIA)
Henda (FIA, FASSA) joined the SA3 team in 2009 after working as an actuary in the industry for 13 years. She qualified in 2001 and worked in life and health insurance at a major South African insurer. She and her family relocated to Australia for a period where she worked in general insurance at a major Australian insurance company before she joined the SA3 business. Since joining SA3, she has been helping the Actuarial Society as an examiner for the Modelling Course. Henda is married and loves spending time outdoors with her husband and children.
Jurie Gouws
Recruitment Consultant; Actuary (FASSA, CERA)
Recruitment Consultant; Actuary (FASSA, CERA)

Jurie (FASSA, CERA) joined the SA3 team in 2020 after working as an actuary in the industry for 6 years. He qualified in 2017 and worked in life assurance at a major South African insurer.

He shares the SA3 team's passion for serving people and helping others to accomplish their goals.

Beyond his professional endeavors, he finds joy in meaningful conversations and spending time in nature with his wife and their daughter.

Our Why

What sets SA3 apart in the actuarial recruitment industry?

We believe it is our relational approach and unwavering commitment to going the extra mile.

We firmly believe that everyone deserves a fulfilling career. Our dedicated team at SA3 goes beyond traditional recruitment practices by taking the time to truly understand the goals, aspirations, and individual preferences of talented actuaries.

With our deep industry expertise and extensive network, we have built strong relationships with leading companies and organizations worldwide. This allows us to secure exclusive opportunities that align perfectly with our candidates’ needs. We are not just a matching service; we are a trusted partner that goes the extra mile to ensure a significant and fulfilling career journey for our candidates.

At SA3, we pride ourselves on being more than just a recruitment agency. We are a trusted advisor and advocate for both candidates and employers. Our personalized guidance and tailored solutions set us apart as a supportive and collaborative force in the actuarial community. We are dedicated to making a positive impact, empowering individuals to thrive in their professional journey and contribute to the global actuarial landscape.

  1. Wilhelm sees the need for recruiters that understand the industry
  2. Wilhelm, a qualified actuary and his wife Helena set out to start SA3.
  3. Henda joins the team as a qualified actuary
  4. Lidelle and Martie joins the SA3 team as Wilhelm and Henda's Personal Assistants
  5. Jakes Gerwel Technical School Building Starts June 2017
  6. Jurie joins the team as a qualified actuary