Job Title Actuary, R&D; This role is particularly suited to candidates with strong statistical backgrounds looking to apply advanced modelling techniques within an actuarial context. This role will focus on supporting the design, production, and maintenance of a Global Capital Assumptions Framework for quantifying insurance risk for Economic Capital across Pacific Life Re. A core component of the role will involve statistical research, model development and simulation-based approaches to risk calibration.

We expect the candidate to bring a strong statistical modelling background, coupled with actuarial training, and will be comfortable working with large datasets, developing and validating models, and translating research outputs into practical capital assumptions used across the business. The role offers exposure to a range of global markets and a variety of experts and senior stakeholders across functions, as well as to a range of data sources and methodologies.

Qualified Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) or Society of Actuaries (or similar)

Solid programming capability is essential, particularly in R, with experience building transparent, reproducible analytical models

Experience applying quantitative or actuarial techniques to insurance risk, capital, or pricing problems

Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to present complex statistical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders





Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a flexible, dynamic team

Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives.

We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities.

Generous parental leave

Healthcare Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage for all permanent employees

Dental & Optical benefits

Savings & Retirement RRSP: company-matched contributions

Wellness Employee and Family Assistance Program

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments During the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. As part of our commitment to a fair and efficient hiring experience, we want to inform you that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing resumes, and during the assessment process, including through platforms like HireVue. These tools help us identify relevant qualifications and streamline evaluations, but final decisions are always made by our hiring team.

📌 Actuary Life Insurance (Toronto)
🏢 Pacific Life Re
📍 Toronto