Actuarial Team Lead

Aviva Canada Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment. In this exciting role, you will develop predictive models and enhance pricing techniques while leading a team of dedicated professionals. Your expertise in actuarial science and strong analytical skills will be crucial in driving initiatives that improve customer outcomes. With a focus on continuous learning and professional growth, this position offers a compelling rewards package, a competitive vacation policy, and a hybrid work model designed to support your work-life balance. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in the insurance industry.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Personal wellness programs

Volunteer opportunities

Competitive vacation package

Corporate wellness programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years of P&C work experience, including 2 years as a Senior Analyst preferred.
• Strong mathematical, statistical, and programming background required.

Responsibilities

• Develop predictive models and improve current processes.
• Collaborate with partners on pricing proposals and initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Actuarial curiosity

Programming proficiency

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, Math or Statistics

Working towards ACAS/FCAS designation

Post Secondary Education

University Degree

Tools

Python

MS Access

SAS

VBA

Job description

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, we offer a multifaceted and inclusive work environment where you will have the chance to lead a team of hard-working individuals and drive critical initiatives. You will harness powerful technologies and develop innovative pricing techniques that propel our business forward, all while focusing on delivering the best outcomes for our customers. You will be part of a versatile team that values collaboration, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Come join our team!

What You’ll Do:

1. Develop predictive models for in-depth analyses and improve current model/process.
2. Collaborate with Business Development partners on broker initiatives.
3. Collate all the analysis from the various centers of excellence to determine pricing proposals for rate changes.
4. Work closely with the business and other Teams in Personal Insurance to deliver each region/channel’s mandate.
5. Research and apply both traditional and innovative ways to apply accepted actuarial techniques to business issues.
6. Develop actuarial pricing techniques that support the regions and provide pricing support for our personal insurance products.
7. Prepare and support regulatory rate filings and document actuarial pricing process and models.
8. Effectively manage special projects, overseeing technical design, scope, timelines, and communications.
9. Coach junior staff and act as a technical expert and mentor for senior and junior analysts.

What You’ll Bring:

1. Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, Math or Statistics or other related subjects.
2. Working towards ACAS/FCAS designation.
3. Minimum 4 years of P&C work experience, including 2 years of experience as a Senior Analyst is preferred.
4. Focus on enhancing the customer experience.
5. Actuarial curiosity to learn and explore new solutions.
6. Strong mathematical and statistical background.
7. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
8. Proficiency in programming.
9. Experience with Python, MS Access, SAS and VBA is an asset.
10. Fluency in French and English would be an asset.

What You’ll Get:

1. Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
2. Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
3. Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion.
4. Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
5. Hybrid flexible work model.

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

Education Required

1. ACAS
2. ACAS Partial Completion
3. Post Secondary Education
4. University Degree