Senior Actuarial Specialist

North American Search Group; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Canada is seeking an experienced model validation expert. You will conduct thorough reviews of critical models and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of experience, possess an FSA or ASA designation, and demonstrate advanced proficiency in quantitative tools. This position requires strong analytical skills to challenge internal experts and synthesize complex data.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in model validation or similar roles.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex data.
• Proficient in quantitative tools and programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous, end-to-end reviews of critical models.
• Debate and influence methodological choices with experts.
• Prepare detailed validation findings and recommendations.
• Serve as the intellectual lead for model validation.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Analytical skills

Programming languages

Education

Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) or Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA)

Tools

Mathematical software

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous, end-to-end reviews of critical models, testing conceptual soundness, design, assumptions, and internal controls.
• Debate and influence methodological choices through high-level dialogue with development teams and senior experts.
• Identify and assess risks in emerging models and ensure all frameworks comply with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed validation findings and recommendations; track remediation plans to ensure timely closure of identified issues.
• Serve as the team’s intellectual lead for model validation, reproducing complex calculations from first principles to verify results.
• Audit support.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience.
• FSA or ASA.
• Advanced proficiency in quantitative tools (spreadsheets, databases, mathematical software) and programming languages.
• Strong analytical rigor and ability to synthesize complex data and challenge internal experts.

Apply

If you are interested and meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter through our online application portal.