Head of Actuary

Our client is a leader in the Auto insurance and financing/warranty industry. They are currently seeking an experienced Acturial leader with F&I industry experience to take a key leadership role in their Actuarial division.

This is a dynamic and growth-oriented environment blending the agility of a startup with the structure of an established organization. The team emphasizes collaboration, open communication, and direct engagement. Actuarial leaders work closely with finance, sales, and product teams to make an immediate impact on business results.

Benefits & Perks

• A competitive compensation package is offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive employee benefits plan + Health spending account
• 4 weeks vacation to start + paid personal days + paid sick days + birthday off
• Paid volunteering days to support a cause of your choice
• Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved professional development course-work
• RRSP program 

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of actuarial professionals, ensuring effective project execution, development, and performance management
• Oversee liability projections, reserving, and pricing strategies for a broad range of automotive protection products
• Drive participation in the Risk Committee, providing insights, risk analysis, and strategic recommendations; collaborate closely with the Pricing Committee
• Advise leadership teams on pricing implications and risk exposure when developing or modifying products
• Supervise and review actuarial projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and alignment with company goals
• Compile and present data decks, pricing models, and projections to internal stakeholders and executive leadership
• Conduct annual and as-needed rate level analyses and manage pricing adjustments for over 100 products across all Canadian provinces
• Ensure pricing and reserving methodologies adhere to regulatory requirements and actuarial best practices
• Partner with sales and product teams to understand OEM concerns, dealership trends, and evolving market dynamics
• Contribute to continuous process improvement within the actuarial function through innovation and analytical rigor

Qualifications

• Fellowship designation (FCAS)
• Minimum 10 years of post-designation actuarial experience, preferably within auto warranty sector
• Proven expertise in both pricing and reserving methodologies, with a strong understanding of their interdependencies
• Advanced technical proficiency in SQL, R or Python (for GLM modeling), and Excel; familiarity with custom formula-based pricing systems is an asset
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex actuarial insights to non-technical stakeholders
• Strategic thinker capable of balancing long-term vision with hands-on execution

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.