Actuarial Analyst
About the role
At Eckler, we know it’s our people who make us great at what we do. Come join our team!
We are looking to add a talented and hardworking Actuarial Analyst to our dedicated team of pension actuaries and consultants. This full-time role, based in Vancouver, is ideal for someone with superb communication and interpersonal skills, who is highly motivated, has a fine eye for detail, and can juggle multiple tasks and deliverables.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry to deliver customized solutions to Eckler’s growing client base across Canada.
If you are looking to take your actuarial skills to the next level, then this may be the right role for you!
Responsibilities:
- Program and determine liabilities using actuarial principles and valuation technology and processes for a variety of valuation types (going concern, solvency, windup, accounting, conversions, projections) and a variety of funding methods, prepare gain and loss analysis and test cases
- Value employer benefits liabilities under various plan design scenarios and for special costings
- Collect and analyze plan experience data for input into assumption development
- Interpret pension plan documents and administrative policies
- Examine and verify trust financial statements
- Use proprietary technology to determine employer contributions, accounting expenses, and draft reports for review by other team members
- Develop routine client correspondence
- Complete commuted value calculations, produce employee benefit statements and file annual government reports and forms
- Maintain communication with clients regarding data; liaise with financial institutions to resolve fund related queries; respond to queries from internal clients with respect to data, benefit calculations, administration functions, and valuation issues
- Oversee the activities of administrators, and provide them with technical guidance and peer review
- Adhere to established quality processes and standards.
What we offer:
- Collaborative and engaging atmosphere
- Working with colleagues across Canada
- Opportunities to help grow and evolve our practices
- Competitive total rewards package in terms of salary, bonus and benefits (commensurate with experience level)
- Generous actuarial study program
- A collegial, comfortable work environment with a “dress for your day” dress code
- Downtown office conveniently located near public transit lines
- Hybrid working policy
What you offer:
- Post secondary degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance or related discipline
- Have already begun or will soon begin SOA professional exams
- Superior analytical skills and expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel combined with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and database management
- Demonstrated ability to follow established standards/procedures
- Ability to work in a team environment while managing multiple priorities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Commitment to superior client satisfaction
Who we are:
Eckler is Canada’s largest independent actuarial consulting firm. Our purpose is to care and to do right by people so that together we can achieve a brighter, more secure future. Based in Canada and the Caribbean, we’re a team of committed and highly skilled professionals consulting in the areas of pension, retirement, financial wellness, investment, group benefits, insurance, change management and communication and technology consulting. Owned and operated by its active Principals, the company has earned a reputation for service continuity and high professional standards. Eckler is a founding member of Abelica Global – an international alliance of independent actuarial and consulting firms operating in over 20 countries.
At Eckler, we value diversity of all types. Our organization is made up of smart, collaborative, and thoughtful people with a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and experiences. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace and encourage all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to careers@eckler.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for the shortlist will be contacted.
About Eckler Ltd. / Eckler ltée
At Eckler, we are driven by our purpose to care and to do right by people so that together we can achieve a brighter, more secure future. It’s just one of the reasons Eckler has been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.
Our origins go back to 1927, making us one of Canada’s first actuarial practices. Owned and operated by our active principals, we are a mid-sized company with offices located across Canada and the Caribbean. We have evolved from a strictly actuarial practice to a fully integrated consulting practice spanning a range of services including Insurance, Pensions and Benefits, Investment, Compensation, Communications, and Technology consulting.
Independently owned and operated, our advice is impartial and our clients’ needs always come first. Our mission is simple: deliver best-in-class consulting services.
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Chez Eckler, nous sommes motivés par notre objectif de faire preuve de bonne volonté et à agir dans l’intérêt des gens de sorte à créer, ensemble, un avenir radieux et plus sûr. C'est l'une des raisons pour lesquelles Eckler a été reconnue comme l'une des cultures d'entreprise les plus admirées au Canada.
Nos origines remontent à 1927, ce qui fait de nous l'un des premiers cabinets d'actuaires au Canada. Détenue et exploitée par ses dirigeants actifs, Eckler est une entreprise de taille moyenne dont les bureaux sont situés partout au Canada et dans les Caraïbes. Nous avons évolué d'une pratique strictement actuarielle à une pratique de consultation entièrement intégrée couvrant une gamme de services, y compris l'assurance, les régimes de retraite et les avantages sociaux, l'investissement, la rémunération, les communications et la consultation en matière de technologie.
Détenus et exploités de manière indépendante, nos conseils sont impartiaux et les besoins de nos clients sont toujours prioritaires. Notre mission est simple : fournir les meilleurs services-conseils.
Actuarial Analyst
About the role
At Eckler, we know it’s our people who make us great at what we do. Come join our team!
We are looking to add a talented and hardworking Actuarial Analyst to our dedicated team of pension actuaries and consultants. This full-time role, based in Vancouver, is ideal for someone with superb communication and interpersonal skills, who is highly motivated, has a fine eye for detail, and can juggle multiple tasks and deliverables.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry to deliver customized solutions to Eckler’s growing client base across Canada.
If you are looking to take your actuarial skills to the next level, then this may be the right role for you!
Responsibilities:
- Program and determine liabilities using actuarial principles and valuation technology and processes for a variety of valuation types (going concern, solvency, windup, accounting, conversions, projections) and a variety of funding methods, prepare gain and loss analysis and test cases
- Value employer benefits liabilities under various plan design scenarios and for special costings
- Collect and analyze plan experience data for input into assumption development
- Interpret pension plan documents and administrative policies
- Examine and verify trust financial statements
- Use proprietary technology to determine employer contributions, accounting expenses, and draft reports for review by other team members
- Develop routine client correspondence
- Complete commuted value calculations, produce employee benefit statements and file annual government reports and forms
- Maintain communication with clients regarding data; liaise with financial institutions to resolve fund related queries; respond to queries from internal clients with respect to data, benefit calculations, administration functions, and valuation issues
- Oversee the activities of administrators, and provide them with technical guidance and peer review
- Adhere to established quality processes and standards.
What we offer:
- Collaborative and engaging atmosphere
- Working with colleagues across Canada
- Opportunities to help grow and evolve our practices
- Competitive total rewards package in terms of salary, bonus and benefits (commensurate with experience level)
- Generous actuarial study program
- A collegial, comfortable work environment with a “dress for your day” dress code
- Downtown office conveniently located near public transit lines
- Hybrid working policy
What you offer:
- Post secondary degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance or related discipline
- Have already begun or will soon begin SOA professional exams
- Superior analytical skills and expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel combined with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and database management
- Demonstrated ability to follow established standards/procedures
- Ability to work in a team environment while managing multiple priorities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Commitment to superior client satisfaction
Who we are:
Eckler is Canada’s largest independent actuarial consulting firm. Our purpose is to care and to do right by people so that together we can achieve a brighter, more secure future. Based in Canada and the Caribbean, we’re a team of committed and highly skilled professionals consulting in the areas of pension, retirement, financial wellness, investment, group benefits, insurance, change management and communication and technology consulting. Owned and operated by its active Principals, the company has earned a reputation for service continuity and high professional standards. Eckler is a founding member of Abelica Global – an international alliance of independent actuarial and consulting firms operating in over 20 countries.
At Eckler, we value diversity of all types. Our organization is made up of smart, collaborative, and thoughtful people with a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and experiences. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace and encourage all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to careers@eckler.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for the shortlist will be contacted.
About Eckler Ltd. / Eckler ltée
At Eckler, we are driven by our purpose to care and to do right by people so that together we can achieve a brighter, more secure future. It’s just one of the reasons Eckler has been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.
Our origins go back to 1927, making us one of Canada’s first actuarial practices. Owned and operated by our active principals, we are a mid-sized company with offices located across Canada and the Caribbean. We have evolved from a strictly actuarial practice to a fully integrated consulting practice spanning a range of services including Insurance, Pensions and Benefits, Investment, Compensation, Communications, and Technology consulting.
Independently owned and operated, our advice is impartial and our clients’ needs always come first. Our mission is simple: deliver best-in-class consulting services.
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Chez Eckler, nous sommes motivés par notre objectif de faire preuve de bonne volonté et à agir dans l’intérêt des gens de sorte à créer, ensemble, un avenir radieux et plus sûr. C'est l'une des raisons pour lesquelles Eckler a été reconnue comme l'une des cultures d'entreprise les plus admirées au Canada.
Nos origines remontent à 1927, ce qui fait de nous l'un des premiers cabinets d'actuaires au Canada. Détenue et exploitée par ses dirigeants actifs, Eckler est une entreprise de taille moyenne dont les bureaux sont situés partout au Canada et dans les Caraïbes. Nous avons évolué d'une pratique strictement actuarielle à une pratique de consultation entièrement intégrée couvrant une gamme de services, y compris l'assurance, les régimes de retraite et les avantages sociaux, l'investissement, la rémunération, les communications et la consultation en matière de technologie.
Détenus et exploités de manière indépendante, nos conseils sont impartiaux et les besoins de nos clients sont toujours prioritaires. Notre mission est simple : fournir les meilleurs services-conseils.