Group Benefits Senior Analyst (West)

Eckler Ltd. / Eckler ltée; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative atmosphere

Opportunities for career growth

Hybrid work environment

Entrepreneurial culture

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

A leading actuarial consulting firm is seeking a Senior Analyst to join their Group Benefits team. The role involves collaboration with team members and insurance carriers, managing projects, and specializing in various insurance plans. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in group insurance, excellent communication skills in English and French, and proficiency in MS Excel. The firm promotes a hybrid work environment and offers a collaborative atmosphere for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in group insurance required.
• Proven teamwork ability with a growth mindset.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on plans in corporate, public, and trust sectors.
• Collaborate with consultants and team members.
• Manage daily tasks and special projects.
• Develop pricing and modelling scenarios.
• Collaborate with Canadian group insurance carriers.
• Contribute to the success of the practice and firm.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication in English and French

Bilingual English/French (asset)

Education

2 years related experience in group insurance

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

At Eckler, we know it’s our people who make us great at what we do. Come join our team!

We are looking to add a talented and hardworking Sr Analyst to our dedicated team of Group Benefits consultants. This full-time role, open to candidates located in Vancouver or remotely from Alberta or Saskatchewan, is ideal for someone with superb communication and interpersonal skills, who is highly motivated, has a fine eye for detail, and can juggle multiple tasks and deliverables.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry to deliver customized solutions to Eckler’s growing client base across Canada.

To help support our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Sr. Analyst to join our Group Benefits Practice. This position would most likely appeal to group insurance underwriters or those with group benefits experience who wish to apply their skills and knowledge to help clients directly and to see the impact of their work in real life.

This posting is for an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Have the opportunity to work on or specialize in plans in multiple sectors including corporate, trusteed and public sector
• Work collaboratively with consultants and other members of the team
• Manage day-to-day assigned work and ad hoc projects
• Develop and work with various pricing and modelling scenarios
• Have the ability to work with the various group insurance carriers in the Canadian marketplace
• Have experience with group insurance renewals, financials, and day-to-day plan management activities
• Contribute to the success of the practice and the firm

What we offer

• Collaborative and engaging atmosphere
• Variety in work and ability to evolve and grow your career
• Working with colleagues across Canada
• Opportunities to help build and evolve our practice
• An entrepreneurial, collegial work environment
• Hybrid work environment and dress for your day approach (for Vancouver, 3 days in office minimum)

What you offer

• At least 2 years of related experience within group insurance
• A desire to contribute to Eckler’s leading culture
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and possessing a growth mindset
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly in Excel
• The ability to work in both English and French – would be a definite asset
• Salary will be commensurate with years of experience.

Who we are

Eckler is Canada’s largest independent actuarial consulting firm. Our purpose is to care and to do right by people so that together we can achieve a brighter, more secure future. Based in Canada and the Caribbean, we’re a team of committed and highly skilled professionals consulting in the areas of pension, retirement, financial wellness, investment, group benefits, insurance, compensation, communication, and technology. Owned and operated by its active Principals, the company has earned a reputation for service continuity and high professional standards. Eckler is a founding member of Abelica Global – an international alliance of independent actuarial and consulting firms operating in over 20 countries.

At Eckler, we value diversity of all types. Our organization is made up of smart, collaborative, and thoughtful people with a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and experiences. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace and encourage all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e‑mail a request to [e-mail].

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used during the recruitment process to screen or assess applications. All evaluations involving AI are reviewed by in‑house recruiters prior to making any final decisions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for the short list will be contacted.