Actuarial & Finance IT Application Lead

PartnerRe Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health, dental and vision coverage

Health spending account

Defined contribution pension plan

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

PartnerRe Ltd. in Toronto is seeking a Senior Actuarial/Finance IT Lead to oversee external reporting applications, integrating actuarial and finance functions with SaaS solutions such as RiskIntegrity IFRS17 and in-house reinsurance systems.

You will manage end-to-end lifecycle, coordinate global vendors, and translate business needs into technical specs while guiding cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment. Based in Toronto, you will drive value and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of actuarial and accounting concepts including IFRS17, USGAAP and Solvency II.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical specs and manage evolving requirements.
• Experience with lifecycle management and coordinating multiple deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of software applications.
• Manage vendor relationships across time zones and cultures.
• Formalize business cases, conduct gap analyses, propose solutions and write specs.
• Define project scope, timelines with actuarial/finance experts.
• Lead development efforts and ensure scalability and value.
• Bridge IT and business units to align goals.
• Manage upgrades with stakeholders and service providers.
• Utilize analytics and reporting tools.

Skills

IFRS17 knowledge

USGAAP knowledge

Solvency II

SQL

Snowflake

.NET (C#)

Alteryx

Agile

DevSecOps

Project management

Communication

Vendor management

Global collaboration

Education

University Degree in MIS/CS or related field

Tools

RiskIntegrity IFRS17

SQL

Snowflake

.NET (C#)

Alteryx integration

Job description

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PartnerRe is a leading, privately owned, multi-line global reinsurer with a reputation of financial stability and strength, and a commitment to rebuilding businesses and communities after risk events around the world.

Our mission is to continue to be a financially stable and predictable business partner, supporting our clients with solutions tailored to their needs, delivering superior returns to our owner, providing rewarding opportunities for our people and making a positive contribution to society. To achieve this, we live by our values of Integrity, Performance, Collaboration, Straightforward Communication and Respect and Care.

Core to The PartnerRe Experience is our global nature. No matter where you sit in the company, you are part of something bigger. Our teams represent our truly international mindset, forging connections across office locations and all levels of the organization and building a network of mutual success. The result is a day-to-day experience that will allow you to:

We are always looking for bright, proactive individuals to join our team!

PartnerRe is an equal opportunities employer.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base salary range for this position, when hired into our Toronto location, is CAD $108,045 - 132,055 per year. For positions based in other jurisdictions, compensation will be determined in alignment with local regulations, market benchmarks, and internal compensation frameworks.The above range reflects the typical base salary range for candidates hired into this position. The actual salary will vary depending on a number of factors, including job location, experience, qualifications, education/training, skills, market conditions, and alignment with the role’s requirements.

In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in our annual incentive program, payment under which is at the discretion of PartnerRe and subject to individual and company performance. Eligible employees also have the opportunity to participate in an array of benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, a health spending account, a defined contribution pension plan, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, etc.

Working Arrangement

PartnerRe operates with a hybrid work approach that balances in‑office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. Our employees are required to be in the office 3 days a week. Our goal is to create an environment where employees can connect, innovate, and perform at their best.

This position is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

PartnerRe is committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment experience. Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Lead and support functional and technical Actuarial and Finance External Reporting applications to ensure reliable internal and external reporting as a member of the IT department: combine strong actuarial and finance business analysis with project management experience and technical expertise in supporting SaaS solutions such as RiskIntegrity IFRS17 (Moody’s Analytics) and in-house built reinsurance solutions to satifsy all aspects of integrated application management.

Guide and coach the continuous improvement and evolution of the in-scope applications together with internal stakeholders and external service providers located across the globe.

About the Role:

• Oversee the full lifecycle of software applications.
• Manages vendor relationships and various support processes at a distance across multiple timezones and cultures.
• Formalizes business cases for new functionalities or issues, conducts gap analysis, proposes technical solutions and builds technical specifications, develops test scripts and supports testing processes.
• Define project scope, workload, and timelines in collaboration with acutarial & finance business experts.
• Lead development efforts and ensure technical feasibility and scalability
• Ensure applications align with business goals and deliver value to users.
• Act as a bridge between IT teams and business units.
• Manages software upgrades together with internal stakeholders and external service providers & internal IT teams
• Drives the use of analytics and reporting tools.

Qualifications:

• Actuarial and accounting concepts (e.g. IFRS17, USGAAP, Solvency II)
• Ability to translate business needs into technical specifications and manage evolving requirements.
• Understanding of lifecycle management incluging managing multiple deliverables with overlapping priorities and deadlines.
• Communication & Collaboration, engaging with actuarial and finance business experts, developers, and stakeholders to align goals and expectations
• Technical experience with Riskintegrity IFRS17.
• Experience with systems integration, technical interfaces and analytics.
• Programming & Database Proficiency (SQL, Snowflake), knowledge of .NET (C#) and Alteryx integration are nice to have.
• Familiarity with Agile and DevSecOps environments.
• Project Management skills a plus.
• Adaptability & Innovation, staying current with emerging technologies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• High motivation and capable of working in a challenging international environment in across location teams.

Education & Experience

• 5 or more years experience in Actuarial and/or Finance systems
• Insurance / Reinsurance background
• University Degree or higher in management information systems, computer science or a related field
• Based in Toronto

Additional Information

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PartnerRe provides a working environment in which diversity is valued, where all employees feel welcome, respected, and empowered to perform at their best. We invite you to learn more about D&I at PartnerRe.