Actuarial Analyst - London

Permanent Full Time 

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We are currently seeking Actuarial Analysts to join our London Actuarial Resource Pool (ARP), after graduation from a post-secondary program in 2025. The purpose of the ARP is to allow aspiring Actuaries to gain a wide variety of exposure to different areas in the company through rotations while they progress toward their Fellowship in the Society of Actuaries and/or Canadian Institute of Actuaries.

Positions are available for New Grads in 2025 – please indicate when you are eligible to work in your application.

This is a permanent, hybrid role located at our London head office - the successful applicant will be required to work in person in London 3 days per week.

As an Actuarial Analyst, you are a key member of a highly respected and professional Actuarial team and will have an opportunity to work in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: 

• Pricing & Product Development
• Valuation
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Reinsurance
• Risk Research
• Corporate Actuarial
• Internal Audit

We offer a friendly, supportive work environment, one that rewards initiative and commitment.  Successful candidates receive a competitive salary, pension plan, paid society exam fees and materials, paid study days to write exams, and access to an on-site actuarial library.  Canada Life employees also enjoy outdoor recreational facilities, an on-site fitness centre, an on-site cafeteria and an active social committee.

Our Actuarial Analysts participate in a variety of team building activities and professional development activities that help to strengthen skills and contribute to building strong relationships among our Actuarial staff. Past activities have included exam results parties, trivia nights, rock climbing, snow tubing, and a scavenger hunt.

Qualifications

• Completion of a University degree expected prior to starting (preferably with a major in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or Finance).
• Strong achievements in academic studies. Please include a copy of your most-recent transcript with your application.
• Demonstrated commitment to attaining an actuarial Fellowship designation. A condition of employment in the ARP is continued progress towards this designation. 
• Past experience in an actuarial (or related) role.
• Innovative problem-solver.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Well organized, delivering accurate work with an attention to detail, in a timely manner.
• Team player who is also comfortable working independently.
• Excel, Word, VBA, MS Access and Moody’s AXIS experience is an asset.
• Knowledge or interest in market risk, investments, and life insurance/reinsurance. 

Benefits 

• Opportunities to do challenging work in a dynamic, collaborative and fast-growing team.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• A competitive and comprehensive rewards program including bonuses and flexible benefits.
• Support to work towards becoming a fully qualified actuary, including paid study days, study material and exam fees.
• A 2-year rotational program, where you gain exposure to different areas of actuarial work as you progress towards Fellowship.
• Potential leadership of an actuarial co-op student.
• The opportunity to participate in a variety of teambuilding activities, conferences, and professional development activities that help to strengthen your skills and knowledge and build strong relationships among actuarial staff.

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The base salary for this position is between $65,600 - $120,300 annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

For student opportunities only

For our student opportunities, the base salary will be dependent on the number of work terms you have completed along with other factors depending on your program. 

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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