Senior actuarial advisor, Product, PAR insurance and advanced market

Do you have an in-depth knowledge of the individual life insurance industry and are well-versed in participating life insurance? Do you want to be an integral part of an organization that prioritizes product quality, customer service, good business relationships, and employee well-being? Be at the heart of exciting initiatives by joining Desjardins Insurance, in the team responsible for participating life insurance and advanced markets, to help achieve its growth strategy in Canada. We are looking to fill a new position of Senior Actuarial Advisor, Product, PAR insurance and advanced market. We are seeking a team player with leadership skills who will be involved in several diverse and exciting mandates as we seek to expand our footprint outside Quebec, modernize our operations, increase our profitability, and achieve our ambitious strategic plan.

We need an ally who can represent our business sector in the market outside Quebec and play an active role in the life insurance industry, particularly participating products, by accompanying our sales directors to present and showcase our product offerings to business partners during meetings or industry events. You will work closely with the manufacturing and marketing sectors and ensure strong relationships with our distribution representatives. More specifically, you will be required to:

1. Represent the product development team externally outside Quebec as a product expert, specifically for participating life insurance.
2. Know and promote Desjardins' range of participating products and highlight their distinctive features.
3. Accompany Regional Sales Directors in certain network events and meetings with independent advisors and brokers outside Quebec.
4. Present the participating product offerings in our various networks outside Quebec and during events/launches.
5. Build a network of contacts in our various distribution networks.
6. Attend industry meetings and present Desjardins' offerings.
7. Maintain a good knowledge of the market and the offerings of our main competitors.
8. Recommend and participate in the improvements and developments of participating products at Desjardins.

What we offer*

1. Competitive salary and annual bonus.
2. 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year.
3. Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement.
4. Group insurance including telemedicine.
5. Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment.

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table:

1. Bachelor's degree in actuarial sciences ideally FSA, FICA.
2. A minimum of nine years of relevant experience.
3. Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered.
4. Expert knowledge (IFRS-17) in pricing participating products with a major insurer in Canada.
5. Advanced knowledge of individual insurance, specifically participating life insurance.
6. Advanced knowledge of sales concepts and their application to real cases (IFA, wealth creation, etc.).
7. Advanced knowledge of advanced market clients and taxation (affluent/wealthy, business, etc.).
8. Available to travel 20% to 50% of the time in the GTA and across Canada to meet with internal and external stakeholders AND attend various industry events.

Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Strategic mindset.

Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Job Family

Actuarial Services (FG)

Unposting Date

2025-03-12