Actuarial Analyst

WCB-Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial workers' compensation board in Alberta is seeking an Actuarial Analyst to support the valuation of liabilities and the calculation of premium rates. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and strong skills in SQL and Excel. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and flexible work arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work schedules

Hybrid work opportunities

Qualifications

• Self-starter capable of working independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and as a team player.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and development of actuarial computer systems for major projects.
• Test actuarial techniques to determine claim benefit liabilities.
• Provide analysis for internal and external requests.
• Participate in major projects as required.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Strong computer programming knowledge in SQL

Well-developed written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in mathematical, statistical, actuarial sciences and/or computing sciences

Completion of three or more exams towards Associate of the Society of Actuaries (A.S.A.) or Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (A.C.A.S.)

Tools

SQL

Visual Basic.Net

Job description

As an equal opportunity employer, we are looking to build a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and the customers we serve. Learn more about working for WCB at Careers - WCB Alberta.

Job Title: Actuarial Analyst

Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Job Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Actuarial Analyst

Actuarial Services, Finance Division

Edmonton, Alberta

Permanent Full Time Positions

People are at the heart of everything we do.

If you value service, care, excellence, and fairness, you’ll fit right in. You'll play an important role in making a difference that creates a safer, healthier and stronger Alberta by putting people first. We work together every day to help minimize the impact of workplace injuries and illnesses on Alberta workers and employers.

As the independent operator and administrator of the province’s Workers’ Compensation Act, WCB-Alberta provides protection for over two million workers and nearly 200,000 Alberta employers. Our employees are inspired to make a positive impact on the lives of injured workers and businesses throughout the province.

How you’ll make a difference:

Currently we are looking for a professional to join our Actuarial Services team. This team is responsible for the valuation of liabilities, calculation of the industry premium rate and other premium related support for the Underwriting area, risk analysis, financial forecasting and pricing of policy changes. An ideal candidate has a combination of actuarial and strong computer programming skills.

Your responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, development, testing and maintenance of actuarial computer systems for all major actuarial recurring projects and assignments including the actuarial valuation of liabilities, financial forecasting, experience studies, and rate setting.
• Test and implement actuarial techniques and methods to determine claim benefit liabilities, industry premium rates and experience studies.
• Provide analysis used in research, planning, and program development in response to internal and external requests.
• Participate in department-wide and other major projects as required.

Your experience and skills:

• Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mathematical, statistical, actuarial sciences and/or computing sciences.
• Completion of three or more exams towards attainment of Associate of the Society of Actuaries (A.S.A.) or Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (A.C.A.S.) designation with continued pursuit towards associateship by actively writing actuarial exams.
• This position requires an individual who is a self-starter and is capable of working with minimal guidance.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail along with the ability to deal effectively with people, work under pressure and contribute as a team player will lead to your success in this role.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are required.
• Strong computer programming knowledge in SQL is required.
• Other programming skills (Visual Basic.Net) are a plus.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills are required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

What we offer:

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities (combination of work from physical office and primary home residence) that foster a healthy work-life balance. Take the next great step in your career and help us change lives. For more information, please see our Employee Handbook.

Salary: $65,837.00 to $77,429.00 per annum (Salary Grade 9)

Successful candidate must reside in Alberta and be able to work in person from our Edmonton downtown office as required. Final candidates are required to undergo a security clearance (and credit check) as a condition of employment.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.

Interested candidate please apply online by submitting a cover letter and resume to Careers - WCB Alberta.

Closing Date: December 5, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.