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Actuarial Analyst

Location: Kingston ( Hybrid)

Empire Life is looking to hire an Actuarial Analyst to join our Actuarial team for a rotation program ! This individual must be located in Kingston/open to relocating to Kingston as this role will be working in a hybrid environment out of our Kingston office.

Learn more about the Actuarial Rotation Program

• Broadened Skillset and Experience:

  Rotations allow employees to gain experience in different actuarial functions (e.g., pricing, valuation, risk management), leading to a more well-rounded skillset.

• Career Development and Advancement:

  Exposure to various areas helps employees identify their strengths and interests, aiding in career planning and increasing opportunities for advancement.

• Enhanced Understanding of the Business:

  Rotations provide a holistic view of the company's operations, improving understanding of how different departments interact and contribute to overall goals.

• Networking Opportunities:

  Employees build relationships with colleagues across different teams, fostering collaboration and mentorship.

• Increased Job Satisfaction:

  Variety and new challenges can lead to greater engagement and job satisfaction.

Why pursue this opportunity

• The environment - we understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive work environment that allows our employees to achieve both personal and professional goals.

• Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.

• 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.

• Have your voice heard - with a fresh perspective, we welcome those that can highlight opportunities for improvement. We encourage creative and innovative thinking and welcome candidates who are not afraid to challenge the status quo.

What you’ll be working on

• Research actuarial issues, develop methods and solutions to support business strategy development

• Provide support to team members to aid in development of the team

• Communicate and collaborate with internal stakeholders to support the delivery of actuarial programs

• Contribute to projects that enhance the teams actuarial capabilities and business outcomes

• Conduct data analysis to identify trends and patterns within large data sets

What we’re looking for you to have

• Recent completion or nearing completion of your education in a relevant program such as actuarial sciences, math, finance, economics or statistics.

• Advanced mathematical and programming skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Proven research, analysis and decision-making skills

• Ability to develop innovative solutions

• Organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities

• Knowledge of spreadsheet, database and word processing software

• 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.

Nice to have

• Completion of a minimum of one exam through the Society of Actuaries or Canadian Institute of Actuaries

• Commitment to attain Associate designation through the Society of Actuaries and/or Canadian Institute of Actuaries

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