Actuarial Associate, Retirement Consulting - Canada Wealth Solutions

Do you have a background in Actuarial Science or Mathematics? Are you looking to join an industry-leading team with a global firm? Aon has the opportunity you have been waiting for!

This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work virtually and from our Vancouver office.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.

The salary range for this position is $55,400 – $73,920. The actual salary will vary based on the applicant’s education, experience, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity. Aon also offers you a generous incentive earning opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

As part of our industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions from within our Retirement Consulting business group at Aon Canada. As a Retirement Associate, you will provide actuarial and administrative support to the local Retirement Actuarial Consulting team for existing and prospective clients, including:

• Preparing all aspects of pension plan funding actuarial valuations which include data reconciliation, benefit calculations, asset summaries and contribution requirements;
• Preparing actuarial valuations for accounting purposes;
• Preparing of costings and projections;
• Calculating benefit entitlements and preparing option packages on retirement, termination, death and marriage breakdown;
• Year-end updating of plan records, including the reconciliation of the membership, contributions and trust fund;
• Preparing annual statements for members of a plan;
• Assisting consultants to help our clients with day-to-day pension issues and questions;
• Working with various Excel-based actuarial tools.

How this opportunity is different

Our highly collaborative team is empowered to drive innovation through the development of actuarial tools to improve efficiency. We offer opportunities for continuous learning including participating in internal seminars regarding current industry issues and technical training. You will have the ability to work closely and to learn from experts in the industry.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

If this role appeals to you but you don’t meet all the requirements listed below, please do express your interest. Applicants who do not have the industry experience but have the required education and skills will also be considered:

• 1 – 3 years of relevant experience in a consulting or insurance environment working in a pension department is preferred;
• Ability in mathematics and financial analysis, and demonstrated digital literacy using financial spreadsheet programs;
• Interpersonal skills, both written and oral;
• Must be a highly motivated, customer-service and team-oriented individual;
• Working with timelines, and on several projects simultaneously;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is an asset;
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or a related field;
• Commitment to professional development. Working towards completion of an ACIA or ASA designation, completion of 1 to 3 SOA exams is preferred.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com