Job Description
At Eckler, we know it’s our people that make us great at what we do.
Our growing pension practice is looking for a talented, hardworking experienced actuary to be based in our Toronto office, serving Eckler’s clients across the country.
Our consultants are committed to providing clients with unsurpassed advice on their pension plans. Actuaries at our core, our team advise on a wide range of defined benefit, target benefit and defined contribution plans across the public and private sectors. Supported by consistent delivery on our promises and a collaborative approach that enables creative solutions and more informed decisions, we make the complex understandable – from plan design to the implementation of best practices, to the nuts and bolts of valuations.
For this role, we are looking for an individual with a strong actuarial background. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, is a self-starter, and can successfully manage competing priorities in a busy consulting practice. The candidate is expected to have proven work experience within the Pension field as they will support projects including the development and review of actuarial valuation reports.
This posting is for an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for providing actuarial consulting services and senior analytical support to a wide range of clients
- Can anticipate client issues, needs or concerns and proactively develop solutions to meet those needs
- Effectively manages complex projects, balancing oversight with delegating work as appropriate, and ensuring deadlines are met while complying with professional and Eckler standards
- Identifies technical problems and develops sound solutions to meet the needs of clients; ability to question existing solutions and refine where appropriate
- Understands Business Development principles and effectively contributes to ongoing business growth
- Develops effective oral presentations both in-house and to clients or prospects, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear language for the intended audience
- Supervises, mentors and coaches junior staff
- Acts as a client relationship manager, or supports other senior staff, in managing client billing and financials
What you Offer:
- University degree
- FCIA Designation
- 8+ years of progressive experience in a consulting environment
- A strong command of Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent business relationship skills
- An interest in and aptitude for business development
- Superior communication skills, both written and oral
- Must be a highly motivated, client service and team-oriented individual
- Detail and results-oriented; able to balance multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude combined with a great willingness to contribute to the success of Eckler Ltd
- Experience with asset liability modelling considered an advantage
What we offer:
- Collaborative and engaging atmosphere
- Variety in work and ability to evolve and grow your career
- Working with colleagues across Canada and across multiple practice areas
- Opportunities to help build and evolve our practice
- Competitive compensation in terms of salary, bonus and paid vacation time (commensurate with experience)
- Active and employee led corporate social responsibility groups
- An entrepreneurial, collegial work environment
- Hybrid work environment and dress for your day approach (3 days in office minimum)
- Salary will be commensurate with years of experience.
Who we are:
Eckler is Canada’s largest independent actuarial and investment 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, compensation, 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 [email protected].
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used during the recruitment process to screen or assess applications. All evaluations involving AI are reviewed by in-house recruiters prior to making any final decisions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for the short list will be contacted.