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Actuarial Associate

Location: Hybrid - Kingston or Toronto, Ontario

Empire life is looking to hire an Actuarial Associate to join our Finance Actuarial team!

Why pursue this opportunity

• Play an integral role - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your skills, while directly contributing to the business unit you are a part of.
• The opportunity - collaborate with cross-functional teams and work on a variety of projects that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion - we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates who share this commitment.

What you’ll be working on

• Segregated Fund modeling, valuation and reporting
• Research and implementation of solutions to support Segregated Fund modeling, capital management and hedging initiatives
• Enhance data management and current workflow processes
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal stakeholders to support the delivery of actuarial programs
• Research actuarial issues, methods and solutions to support business strategy development

What we’re looking for you to have

• 5+ years experience working in actuarial roles with focus on Segregated Fund modeling
• Experience with Canadian Life Insurance Capital (LICAT) management and planning
• Experience working with economic hedging programs on investment products
• Advanced mathematical skills including stochastic modeling, interest rate modeling and derivatives modeling; experience with relevant software such as Matlab
• Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software (eg. Excel including VBA, Google Sheets)
• Advanced data management skills including knowledge of Python, SQL and Microsoft Access
• Well-developed organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail/accuracy
• Proven research, analysis and decision-making skills
• Ability to develop innovative solutions
• Completion of a university degree with courses in mathematics, science, economics, business and/or engineering
• Associate or Fellow designation through the Society of Actuaries and/or Canadian Institute of Actuaries
• If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.

Beyond the salary

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
• Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions
• Competitive uncapped commission for sales positions
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account
• Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
• A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
• Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
• Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
• A cash employee referral program