Senior Actuarial Analyst (Atlantic Canada)

TELUS; Halifax; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

TELUS Health in Halifax or Fredericton is seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst to support pension programs by assessing the financial health of plans, performing valuations, and analyzing funding requirements. The role requires a degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or Statistics, 2–3 years of pension experience, and strong MS Office skills; bilingual English and French is a plus.

You will work in a collaborative, client-focused team, contributing to regulatory compliance and the long-term

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of industry experience, preferably in pension.
• Strong competency with MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assess the financial health of pension plans by conducting valuations (plan assets, liabilities, demographics, performance).
• Calculate pension benefits for a participant based on service years, salary history, and retirement age; ensure plan rules and regulations compliance.
• Help plan sponsors determine appropriate contribution levels to ensure long-term sustainability of the plan.
• Assist in the design and modification of pension plans.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Actuarial Science degree

Mathematics/Statistics degree

Tools

GGY AXIS

Job description

TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees. Join our team and what we’ll accomplish together

TELUS Health Consulting practice brings over 60 years of experience and innovative thought leadership to pension & savings, actuarial, compensation and overall financial well-being consulting and outsourcing. Our purpose is to improve the financial wellbeing of individuals and the organizational resilience of employers and fiduciaries. We are also one of the largest pension plan administrators in Canada, serving over five million plan participants. We are a diverse organization with unparalleled capabilities for our clients and their people. The Defined Benefits and Actuarial Services practice within Consulting is composed of a dedicated group of nation-wide professionals with extensive experience in the fields of pension & savings and actuarial consulting. We specialize in providing strategic guidance, expert analysis, and effective risk management to help our clients offer the best pension plan for their plan members. With a deep understanding of complex mathematical models and statistical analysis, our team excels in assessing and quantifying risks in the retirement landscape. Our Defined Benefits and Actuarial Services Consulting team brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every engagement.

Here’s the impact you’ll make and what we’ll accomplish together

Are you highly analytical, savvy with problem solving, detail oriented and a collaborative team player? If so, we are seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst to join our team. You will help support best in class pension programs by assessing the financial health of pension plans, conduct plan valuations, analyze funding requirements, and ensure regulatory compliance. If you are interested in learning more about the pension industry and possess the ability to provide accurate and reliable financial analysis, this is the opportunity for you.

Please Note: This is a hybrid role based in Halifax or Fredericton. Candidates currently in these cities are encouraged to apply, as are those willing to relocate.

What you’ll do…

• Assess the financial health of pension plans by conducting regularly valuations (i.e plan assets, liabilities, participant demographics, and investment performance to determine the funding status of the plan)
• Calculate pension benefits for a plan participant based on factors such as years of service, salary history, and retirement age; ensuring calculations comply with plan rules, government regulations, and actuarial principles
• Help plan sponsors determine the appropriate contribution levels to ensure long-term sustainability of the plan
• Assist in the design and modification of pension plans

You have…

• Post-secondary education in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
• 2-3 years of industry experience, preferably in pension
• Strong competency with MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint

What you bring…

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting
• Continuous learning mentality; staying updated with the latest developments in actuarial science, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Nice to Have Familiarity with GGY AXIS considered an asset
• Successful completion of at least 2-3 exams from the SOA or CIA
• Bilingual (English and French)

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.

Disclaimer

In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, as a condition of employment, all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery, are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada. Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks. By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.

Being part of the team at TELUS Health is more than a job; it’s a career-defining experience. It allows you to do innovative and meaningful work with talented and collaborative teams. It’s an opportunity to improve businesses and lives by building healthier, happier workplaces. And it’s a chance to build genuine, long-term relationships along the way. A place to experience more Find the support and encouragement to consistently push boundaries and deliver impactful solutions. Our collaborative culture means your ideas will be heard and your hard work will be rewarded. You will be leveraging our world-leading technology, products, clinical services and passionate team members to revolutionize access to health care and wellbeing, and drive remarkable experiences for the benefit of all the clients and individuals we serve around the world. Talented people who care Coming to work each day is an opportunity. It’s a chance for you to work with a multidisciplinary global team of nearly 10,000 smart and driven members whose passion for their work matches your own, resulting in helping create a healthier future for everyone.

Work that matters Make a difference in the lives of our clients and their employees every day – by providing meaningful solutions in more than 160 countries, that help people and businesses perform at their best by delivering both digital innovation and clinical services to improve total physical, mental and financial health and wellbeing across the full spectrum of primary and preventative care.