Director of Actuarial and Pension Services

Organization: Civil Service Superannuation Board (Manitoba); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Manitoba seeks a Director of Actuarial and Pension Services to lead pension administration and ensure compliance with legislation. This role involves strategic analysis, modernization of systems, and oversight of pensioner payroll. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in pension consulting, a strong educational background in business or mathematics, and an actuarial designation. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including a defined benefit pension plan and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Defined benefit pension plan

Dental, vision, drug and disability coverage

Onsite gym and wellness allowance

Compressed workweek with additional long weekends

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years work experience in pension consulting or administration.
• Experience with defined benefit pension systems and legislation.
• Ability to lead teams and manage process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the records and pension units within the organization.
• Provide strategic analysis and recommendations to the Board.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Modernize the pension administration system and processes.
• Ensure accurate processing of pensioner payroll.

Skills

Pension consulting

Pension administration

Leadership

Strategic analysis

Compliance knowledge

Education

University degree in business, mathematics or actuarial science

Actuarial designation (FSA/FCIA)

Job description

Job Details – Director of Actuarial and Pension Services (5761)

Job Posting

Director of Actuarial and Pension Services

Province: Manitoba

Location: Winnipeg

Description

The role

A member of the executive team, and reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Actuarial and Pension Services leads the records and pension units within CSSB, provides strategic analysis and recommendations to the Board and stakeholders, works closely with the external actuary, and supports compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. The Director will also play an integral role in the modernization of the pension administration system and related processes.

Actuarial Matters

• Contribute to the development, maintenance and enhancement of the actuarial valuation policy and funding policy.
• Prepare analyses and research reports as requested relating to plan design and funding.
• Ensure that administrative calculations and procedures are efficient and effective.
• Ensure plan rules and amendments remain compliant with governing legislation, including tax rules applicable to registered plans.
• Prepare data required for actuarial valuations, projection valuations and other projects as necessary.

Legislative Matters (Regulatory Compliance)

• Serve as an in‑house expert resource with knowledge of applicable pension legislation including The Civil Service Superannuation Act, The Pension Benefits Act of Manitoba, The Public Servants Insurance Act and relevant sections of the Income Tax Act.
• Provide analysis and recommendations on required or desired legislative changes and administrative issues.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments that impact the pension and insurance plans.

Pension Administration

• Lead the modernization of the pension administration system and related processes.
• Recommend improvements or changes to the pension system, work with project developers to scope, prioritize and test changes to the system.
• Collaborate with the senior management team on escalated disputes from members, employers and other parties on difficult, unusual or precedent‑setting cases.
• Ensure the team has the resources, support and tools required to calculate benefits including appropriate quality control measures.
• Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of pensioner payroll.
• Support the development and delivery of training for staff.
• Ensure information received from employers is accurate, timely and properly reflected in the pension system.

Education and Work Experience Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years work experience in pension consulting or pension administration.
• A university degree in business, mathematics or actuarial science, preferably with an actuarial designation (FSA/FCIA).
• Experience with defined benefit pension systems, legislation and policy.
• Experience leading teams as well as process and system improvement initiatives.

Candidates with equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Dental, vision, drug and disability coverage
• An affordable onsite gym and a wellness allowance
• A compressed workweek resulting in 16 additional long weekends per year
• A supportive, collaborative work environment

Application Information

To apply please send your resumé to [e-mail] and include “Director of Actuarial and Pension Services” in the subject field.

The application deadline is Friday October 31, 2025.

If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the recruitment and selection process (e.g., related to any materials or activities), please let us know.

More Information

More information on this position is available on our website under Careers at https://cssb.mb.ca/about/careers/.

About CSSB

CSSB administers the pension plan for the Province of Manitoba and other employers. We manage the $9.1 billion Civil Service Superannuation Fund as well as several smaller pension plans. Our mission is to provide lifelong retirement income, ensuring financial stability and peace of mind for our 56,000 members.

To learn more, visit cssb.mb.ca.