AVP & Actuary

Zurich Insurance Company; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Canada is seeking an AVP Pricing Actuary to oversee the pricing process for its MGA book of business. This role requires a strong actuarial background with significant experience, including expertise in communicating risks and training junior staff. Join a company that values diversity and innovation, while prioritizing employee well-being and career development.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and benefits plans

At least four weeks of vacation annually

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Community engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the Actuarial field plus FCAS or equivalent certification.
• 13+ years of experience in the Actuarial field plus ACAS or equivalent certification.
• Experience in multiple functional areas such as pricing, reserving, and capital management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the pricing process for Programs MGA book of business.
• Provide actuarial support and advice, including insights into risks and business implications.
• Train less experienced colleagues.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice

FCAS or equivalent certification

ACAS or equivalent certification

Job description

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

If you have experience as a Commercial Lines Pricing Actuary and are seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Zurich Canada is currently seeking an AVP Pricing Actuary to manage the pricing process for our growing Programs MGA book of business.

Reporting to the Actuarial Manager for Transactional & Programs Pricing, you will provide professional actuarial support and advice to actuarial business partners, including insights into risks, underlying performance, and implications for the business with minimal supervision. This role also involves training less experienced personnel.

This is a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

What you will do

Job Qualifications

What you bring to the table :

Required :

• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including associate degree.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 8 or more years of experience in the Actuarial field plus FCAS or equivalent international certification.
• 13 or more years of experience in the Actuarial field plus ACAS or equivalent international certification.

Preferred :

• Experience in multiple functional areas (pricing, reserving, capital management) and skills reflective of a senior practitioner.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Our Culture

• We are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, and aim for our employees to reflect the communities where we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives foster an inclusive environment.
• We have a collaborative culture that values diversity of thought. We support our employees with tools to make an impact.
• We prioritize our employees’ well-being with comprehensive health and benefits plans, and a competitive total compensation package.
• All employees receive at least four weeks of vacation annually, plus four personal days per year for personal reasons or mental health.
• We offer ongoing training and development opportunities.
• We are committed to community engagement, contributing through our talent, time, and resources.
• Our workplace culture has been recognized with awards such as Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.

Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

About Us

A future with Zurich

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. Zurich values your unique perspectives and ideas to foster growth and sustainable change. With over 148 years of experience, Zurich North America is a leading provider of insurance and risk management solutions, serving over 25 industries and insuring 90% of the Fortune 500. We are committed to career development, diversity, inclusion, and creating a sense of belonging for our people. Join us in shaping the future of the insurance industry and building a brighter tomorrow for our communities.