Consultant/Senior Consultant Financial Engineering Modeling - Insurance

Job Type: Permanent
Work Model: Hybrid
Reference code: 134912
Primary Location: Montreal, QC
All Available Locations: Montreal, QC

Our Purpose

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

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What will your typical day look like?

Life Insurance Stream
As a Consultant, or Senior Consultant focusing on the Life Insurance practice in our Financial Engineering & Modeling team, you will:

• Conduct independent validations of insurance models (pricing, valuation, asset, LICAT & IFRS 17) in compliance with the Model Risk Policy, standards and guidelines
• Identify potential risks embedded in the model design and usage, and provide constructive challenges and recommendations to mitigate model risk
• Communicate the model validation results to senior leadership and model owners, prepare a Model Validation plan/report that details the validation scope, testing approach, test results, findings and conclusion

P&C Insurance Stream
As a Consultant, or Senior Consultant focusing on the P&C Insurance practice in our Financial Engineering & Modeling team, you will:

• Conduct independent validations of insurance models (reserving, pricing, economic capital, predictive analytics) in compliance with the Model Risk Policy, standards and guidelines
• Identify potential risks embedded in the model design and usage, and provide constructive challenges and recommendations to mitigate model risk
• Communicate the model validation results to senior leadership and model owners, prepare a Model Validation plan/report that details the validation scope, testing approach, test results, findings and conclusion

While this role focuses on insurance model validation, it is a very dynamic opportunity to work closely with other areas and broaden your horizon.

About the team

The Financial Engineering & Modeling team comprises of eminent bunch of subject matter experts from quantitative finance backgrounds working across risk/insurance modelling, valuations, Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) related financial sphere.

Working with this team will offer you the opportunity to:

• Work in a fast-paced and thought-provoking environment with like-minded people who are experienced and respected in quantitative finance/insurance fields
• Engage in group works with our team to develop solutions for our clients
• Develop professional skills needed to advance in your chosen career path
• Exposure to high-profile clients including banks, insurance firms, funds, credit unions through a variety of engagements

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

Life Insurance Stream

You are someone who has:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field such as actuarial science, statistics, and mathematical finance
• For Analyst, 0 – 1 year of relevant experience required; for Consultant, 1 – 3 years of relevant experienced required;
  for Senior Consultant, ASA with 2 – 5+ years of relevant experience required
• Strong technical skills including AXIS, Python, Excel, and VBA. Knowledge of programming is an asset
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with multiple priorities
• Ability to explain complex actuarial and financial modeling techniques in a simple and concise way
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional team settings
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and writing skills
• Pays great attention to details
• Takes initiatives and ownership of projects
• Prior modeling or validation experience
• Bilingualism in French and English is required for this position due to the nature of the role having interactions with National & Global clients and project teams.

P&C Insurance Stream

You are someone who has:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field such as actuarial science, statistics, and mathematical finance
• For Analyst, 0 – 1 year of relevant experience required; for Consultant, 1 – 3 years of relevant experienced required;
  for Senior Consultant, ACAS with 2 – 5+ years of relevant experience required
• Strong technical skills including ResQ, SAS, Python, Emblem, Excel, and VBA. Knowledge of programming is an asset
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with multiple priorities
• Ability to explain complex actuarial and financial modeling techniques in a simple and concise way
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional team settings
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and writing skills
• Pays great attention to details
• Takes initiatives and ownership of projects
• Prior modeling or validation experience
• Bilingualism in French and English is required for this position due to the nature of the role having interactions with National & Global clients and project teams.

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $84,000 - $126,000, or $84,000 - $126,000 (Senior Consultant) and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

Be yourself, and more.

We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

You shape how we make impact.

Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

Be the leader you want to be

Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.

Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and the BlackNorth Initiative.

We encourage you to connect with us at accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or indigenouscareers@deloitte.ca for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

When you apply, we will review your application using Deloitte's Global Talent Standards to ensure a consistent recruitment experience. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

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