Associate Actuary

Description

The opportunity

Overview :

Reporting to the US IFRS Valuation Line Actuary, the Associate Actuary is a key player of the IFRS Valuation team and is responsible for the valuation, earnings analysis and reporting activities for the US LTC products.

Due to the complexity of the LTC risk profile, and the ever-evolving business needs, this role will provide an ideal opportunity to own the earnings analysis provided to senior management, while also working with seasoned actuarial and accounting professionals.

Reports to : Director, US IFRS Valuation Line Actuary

Key Accountabilities :

• Drive the integration of reinsurance transactions into our ongoing valuation and reporting frameworks (RMA / DOE / PHE).
• Responsible for producing quarterly IFRS reserves and analysis, including Driver of Earnings, and contribute toward a continued robust RMA / DOE framework.
• Drive enhancement of IFRS17 valuation and reporting tools, methodologies and processes, and streamline where appropriate, while ensuring it is being performed in compliance with applicable internal guidelines and actuarial standards.
• Conduct the valuation reviews and controls of assumptions and methodology as part of the tri-annual and off-cycle basis change process.
• Own the LICAT cash-flow review and reporting.
• Perform various valuation deliverables to Group Functions and other partners (e.g. Appointed Actuary’s Report, Reserve sensitivities, QIS, etc.

Lead the integration of reinsurance transactions into these deliverables.

• Work closely with other areas, such as Liability Modeling, Systems Data Teams, Experience Study, NAIC, Affiliate Reinsurance, Corporate Capital Management, Corporate Development, Group Finance Actuarial, and Divisional Planning & Forecasting.
• Own the valuation work in potential in-force optimization projects.
• Manage ad hoc management requests.
• Continuously improve and refine valuation processes through streamlining spreadsheets, simplifying calculations, developing python tools or Qlik queries, and automating deliverables
Job Requirement :
• FSA / FCIA
• FSA / FCIA
• In depth knowledge of IFRS17 actuarial principles
• Prior valuation exposure and / or familiarity is an asset

Proficiencies :

• Highly developed analytical, actuarial, and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, self-directed, able to work independently, mentor junior students
• Well organized, with an ability to multi-task, prioritize
• Strong desire and willingness to collaborate across functional teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High energy and drive, results oriented

What can we offer :

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging pursuit of passions and learning new skills!
• A focus on growing your career pathways.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment :

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