Actuarial Specialist

The opportunity

The customer is the focus of everything we do, and millions of end users rely on our products and services daily. We believe in the value of empowering our Actuarial Specialist with the resources to enhance and achieve our business performance objectives for the future of our business, which is why we need you.

Responsibilities
• Produce the necessary calculations, and analyze the results. Present results and recommendations to the manager as well as other affected personnel in the actuarial area as well as the line functions.
• Implement recommendations where deemed necessary by manager, by working with line area to incorporate change into the existing system and manual procedures
• Maintain an awareness of department/division activity and may initiate own projects as problem areas are identified. Set own project definition and negotiate necessary resources with other areas. See the project through by ensuring that recommendations are heard and that necessary implementation results.
• May have supervisory responsibility for one to two actuarial assistants and assigns work, provides direction and guidance in its completion. Conducts regular performance appraisals and salary review. Provide guidance to actuarial assistants in the use of computer programs.
• Provide high-level support to manager by investigating a problem issue or area and communicating information and recommendations back to superior.
• Respond to queries and concerns of customers or other areas by investigating issues and communicating required information. Act as a technical expert to non-actuarial personnel in the area/division.

What motivates you?
• You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.
• You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.
• You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.
• You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.
• You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.
• You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.

What we are looking for
• University degree holder in Actuarial Science with progress in actuarial examinations of an internationally-recognized actuarial organization.
• 2-5 years of experience
• Superior aptitude and efficiency with computers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and good presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good conceptual and organization skills.
• Good influencing and negotiation skills.
• Good knowledge of division’s functions, organization structure and management.
• Skills of tact and persuasiveness.
• Good project management, resource negotiation and personnel supervision skills.

What can we offer you?
• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you
• Values-first culture
We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
• Boundless opportunity
We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
• Continuous innovation
We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Championing Corporate Citizenship
We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid