Actuarial Analyst, Reserving

Aviva; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Canada is seeking an Actuarial Analyst to join their Reserving team. This role involves analyzing claim reserves, contributing to financial reporting, and developing technical skills in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is pursuing actuarial exams and has a degree in a related field. A compelling rewards package, including a salary ranging from $70,000 to $95,000, and hybrid work options are offered, alongside robust career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Competitive vacation package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year full-time actuarial experience, including co-op terms.
• Actively pursuing actuarial exams.
• Ability to translate data into insights.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the adequacy of claim reserve levels using actuarial methods.
• Support the Quarterly Reserve Committee and Year-end Valuation reports.
• Maintain monitoring reports for internal and external reporting.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Clear communication skills

Education

Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

SAS

SQL

R

Python

Microsoft Excel

VBA

Job description

Overview

Experience Aviva

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.

The Opportunity

Aviva Canada is seeking an Actuarial Analyst to join our Reserving team within the Corporate Actuarial group. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, dynamic environment with exposure across multiple actuarial disciplines.

In this position, you will contribute to critical reserving analysis while developing your technical capabilities, including hands-on learning in predictive modelling using Python. You will work closely with partners across the business and gain insight into how actuarial reserving supports financial performance and strategic decision-making.

Come join our team!

What you’ll do

• Analyze the adequacy of claim reserve levels using both standard actuarial methods and advanced reserving models, including machine learning techniques using Python.
• Support the Quarterly Reserve Committee and Year-end Valuation reports.
• Maintain monitoring reports for both internal and external reporting.
• Provide insights into the company’s financial performance from a reserving perspective.
• Partner with teams across the organization to understand reserving impacts on portfolio performance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency in current processes.

What you’ll bring

• Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year full-time actuarial experience, including co-op terms.
• Actively pursuing actuarial exams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into insights.
• The ability to work collaboratively while also managing independent deliverables.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across teams.
• Strong technical skills with Microsoft Excel and VBA.

What makes you stand out

• Prior experience in P&C insurance companies.
• Experience with SAS, SQL, R and Python.

What you’ll get

• The salary band for this position ranges from $70,000 to $95,000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Hybrid flexible work model.
• Outstanding career development opportunities.
• We’ll support your professional development education.
• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
• Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.

This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada may use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to assist us throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Aviva Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and has a process in place to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. If you require an accommodation during the interview or hiring process, please contact your Aviva Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.

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