About Cognition+
Join our Dynamic and Passionate team at Cognition+, where we are dedicated to revolutionizing the insurance industry with cutting-edge digital solutions. Since 1996, we have been committed to understanding and addressing the unique business challenges faced by insurance companies of all sizes. Our offerings include a fully customizable Enterprise Insurance Management Platform, along with on-demand support, connectivity, cybersecurity, and professional services.
At Cognition+, we believe that our success is driven by the diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures of our team members. We foster an environment of teamwork, commitment, and trust, where every voice is valued. Our investment in research and development ensures that we stay at the forefront of technology, delivering innovative solutions that keep our clients ahead of the curve.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity and innovation.
- Supportive Culture: Work in a friendly and inclusive environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Receive a competitive compensation package, including benefits, Group RRSP, and incentives.
- Professional Growth: Take advantage of opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work hours that help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
This posting is for an immediate vacancy. We are actively seeking qualified candidates to join our team. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity where your work will make a lasting impact and your career can flourish, we want to meet YOU!
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Actuarial Manager to support the integration of actuarial methodologies into our enterprise insurance software platform and provide expert services to the Insurance industry. This role involves applying actuarial knowledge to product pricing and supporting client initiatives. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure our solutions meet the evolving needs of the property & casualty (P&C) insurance industry.
Total expected annual compensation of $150,000 – $180,000, inclusive of base salary and a performance-based bonus tied to individual, team, and corporate goals. This range does not include other components of our total compensation package, such as retirement contributions, benefits, paid time off, and other non-wage elements. The salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, work location, internal pay equity, and other relevant considerations.
This position can be performed from our office in London, Ontario or remotely within Canada. Remote-based employees may occasionally be asked to travel to our office for meetings or team-building events.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive rate reviews, loss ratio analysis, and develop actuarial indications using GLMs and other advanced ratemaking techniques, leveraging client data within the Cognition+ platform
- Calculate premium and rate change impacts across all lines of business and conduct competitive benchmarking
- Prepare and support rate filings with provincial regulators, including documentation, regulatory liaison, and ensuring compliance with applicable requirements
- Conduct detailed data analyses to support underwriting, claims, product development, and other client business segments, identifying trends and anomalies to inform strategic decisions
- Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders, including sales, marketing, and client success, to interpret data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
- Explore and apply emerging analytics techniques such as predictive modeling, machine learning, and AI to enhance client outcomes
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of actuarial data marts and self-serve reporting tools within Cognition+ to support scalable analytics
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of Cognition+ policy and claims data structures to ensure accurate and efficient analytics delivery
- Support client onboarding and implementation by providing actuarial expertise and guidance
- Participate in product testing and validation of actuarial components
- Contribute to documentation, training materials, and internal knowledge sharing
- Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to actuarial science and insurance software
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications & Skills
- 5+ years of actuarial experience in P&C insurance
- Proven experience with actuarial modeling software and enterprise systems
- Experience working with clients to understand their business needs and deliver actionable actuarial insights for product pricing and risk analysis
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI, SaS, Excel, SQL, etc.)
Nice to Have
- Fellowship designation (FCAS, FSA, FCIA, or equivalent) or Associateship (ACAS, ASA, ACIA)
- French language skills
Equal Employment Opportunities
Cognition+ is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
We may use AI-enabled tools to assist with screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. All hiring decisions involve human review.
Cognition+ provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact:
Human Resources
[email protected]
519-432-8553 ext. 362
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the process.
