Job Description
Experience Aviva
Together, we are Aviva. Our values — Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence — guide how we show up for each other and for our customers. Individually, they are words. Together, they define who we are.
At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We are proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We are not just about insurance; we are about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst to join our Corporate Actuarial Reserving team. This is your chance to work in a collaborative, dynamic environment with exposure to multiple actuarial disciplines. You will take an influential role in quarterly reserving analysis, advance automation initiatives, and partner closely across the business to help inform strategic decision‑making.
If you are looking for a place where your analytical expertise can make a real impact; where you can shape the future of reserving and build meaningful connections across the organization; we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and bring your curiosity, insight, and ambition to Aviva!
What you'll do:
Analyze the adequacy of claim reserve levels using both standard actuarial methods and advanced reserving models, including Python-based machine learning techniques.
Support the Quarterly Reserve Committee and year-end valuation reports, providing insights that inform executive decisions.
Maintain and enhance monitoring reports for both internal/external reporting to ensure timely, accurate insights into the company’s financial performance from a reserving perspective.
Partner with teams across the organization to understand reserving impacts on portfolio performance.
Communicate results and complex actuarial concepts to non‑technical stakeholders — your work will help guide business decisions.
Find opportunities for automation and process modernization, helping build the next generation of reserving tools and methodologies.
What you'll bring:
Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or related field.
Strong technical skills with Microsoft Excel and VBA.
Actively pursuing actuarial exams and eager to deepen your expertise.
Clear, confident communication skills and a talent for transforming data into powerful insight.
Ability to independently manage deliverables and contribute meaningfully in team settings.
What makes you stand out:
Prior work experience in P&C insurance companies.
Experience with SAS, SQL, R and Python.
Curiosity, analytical creativity, and a passion for continuous improvement.
What you'll get:
The salary band for this position ranges from $90,000 to $110,000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
Hybrid flexible work model.
Outstanding career development opportunities.
We’ll support your professional development education.
Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally & externally.
Aviva Canada may use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to assist us throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.
Aviva Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and has a process in place to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. If you require an accommodation during the interview or hiring process, please contact your Aviva Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.
#LI-MH1
#LI-Hybrid