Actuarial Analyst

Manulife; Quebec; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Canada is seeking an Actuarial Support professional to provide support related to defined benefits pension plans. The role includes performing actuarial and administrative tasks, collaborating on special projects, and ensuring compliance with policy and regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have a background in actuarial studies and relevant work experience. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a competitive salary range of $51,375 - $85,625 CAD.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Wellness benefits

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Work experience in defined benefit plan administration / consultation is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of defined benefit plan design is beneficial.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, proficiency in both languages required in Québec.

Responsibilities

• Perform actuarial and administrative mandates related to defined benefits pension plans.
• Support in the execution of recurring and ad hoc reports and other actuarial duties.
• Proactively acquires knowledge of tools policies processes products and the business environment.

Skills

SQL

Python

Compliance

Access

Actuarial Models

Actuarial support

Data Collection

Powerpoint

SAP

Tableau

Excel

Mathematics

VBA

Data Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Education

University degree in Actuarial studies Mathematics or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Overview

To be successful in this role the incumbent must provide professional actuarial support. Performs actuary-related duties of a mathematical nature. Compiles and categorizes data for experience analysis and provides support in the preparation of related reports.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform actuarial and administrative mandates related to defined benefits pension plans.
• Working in a small team of three individuals and under close supervision of a fellow actuary provides support to and participates in the execution of recurring and / or ad hoc reports and other actuarial duties by performing standard mathematical calculations as directed and in adherence to standards plan texts and government regulations.
• Performs simple analysis and participates in actuarial studies.
• Proactively acquires knowledge of tools policies processes products and the business environment.
• Collaborates on special projects as directed. May lead the execution of simple mandates.
• Identifies and reports weaknesses and applies controls to mitigate financial and operational risks. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Required Qualifications

• University degree in Actuarial studies Mathematics or related fields.
• Work experience in defined benefit plan administration / consultation is a strong asset
• Knowledge of defined benefit plan design.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel (knowledge of Visual Basic an asset).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Access an asset.
• Strong attention to details.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset. If the successful candidate is in Québec proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.

When you join our team

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

• Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• At Manulife / John Hancock we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment retention advancement and compensation and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race ancestry place of origin colour ethnic origin citizenship religion or religious beliefs creed sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions) sexual orientation genetic characteristics veteran status gender identity gender expression age marital status family status disability or any other ground protected by applicable law.
• It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife / John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process contact .

Referenced Salary Location

Montreal Quebec

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$51375.00 CAD - $85625.00 CAD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge skills qualifications experience and education / training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits including health dental mental health vision short- and long-term disability life and AD&D insurance coverage adoption / surrogacy and wellness benefits and employee / family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays vacation personal and sick days and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S. please contact for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

Key Skills

• SQL
• Python
• Compliance
• Access
• Actuarial Models
• Acturial support
• Data Collection
• Powerpiont
• SAP
• Tableau
• Excel
• Mathematics
• VBA
• Data Analysis
• Statistical Analysis

Employment Type : Full-Time

Vacancy : 1

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