Retirement Consulting

Description:

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions from within our Retirement Consulting business group at Aon Canada.

As a Retirement Associate, you will provide actuarial and administrative support to the local Retirement Actuarial Consulting team for existing and prospect clients, including:

• Preparing all aspects of pension plan funding actuarial valuations which include data reconciliation, benefit calculations, asset summaries and contribution requirements;
• Preparing actuarial valuations for accounting purposes;
• Preparing of costings and projections;
• Calculating benefit entitlements and preparing option packages on retirement, termination, death and marriage breakdown;
• Year-end updating of plan records, including the reconciliation of the membership, contributions and trust fund;
• Preparing annual statements for members of a plan;
• Assisting consultants to help our clients with day-to-day pension issues and questions;
• Participating in internal seminars regarding current industry issues and technical training; and
• Working with a variety of Excel-based actuarial tools

How this opportunity is different

Our highly collaborative team is empowered to drive innovation through the development of actuarial tools to improve efficiency.

We offer opportunities for continuous learning including participating in internal seminars regarding current industry issues and technical training. You will have the ability to work closely and to learn from experts in the industry.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

If this role appeals to you but you don’t meet all the requirements listed below, please do express your interest. Applicants who do not have the industry experience but have the required education and skills will also be considered

• Minimum of 1 – 3 years of relevant experience;
• Relevant experience in a consulting or insurance environment working in a pension department is preferred;
• A superior ability in mathematics and financial analysis, and demonstrated computer skills using financial spreadsheet programs;
• Superior interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
• Must be a highly motivated, customer-service and team-oriented individual;
• Ability to work under deadlines, and ability to work on several projects simultaneously is critical;
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is an asset.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or related field;
• Commitment to professional development. Working towards completion of an ACIA or ASA designation, completion of 1 to 3 SOA exams is preferred.