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We are seeking a strategic and analytical leader to join our Group and Affinity Business Executive Team and the broader Insurance and Investment Executive Team as Vice-President, Group Product Actuarial. Reporting to the SVP & COO, Insurance and Investment, with a dotted line to the Chief Actuary, this role is pivotal in driving pricing strategy and analysis for our Group and Affinity product lines.As a key decision-maker, the Vice-President will provide strategic insights and direction to optimize profitability and performance. This role is responsible for analyzing both short- and long-term trends in the group insurance market, identifying unique portfolio characteristics, and shaping business strategy accordingly. Leading a team of actuaries and analysts, the Vice-President will ensure that actionable insights are delivered to senior management, maintaining a strong focus on margins and sustainable growth.Our mission - Provide expertise and intelligent solutions to help Canadians navigate life with confidence.Accountable for defining metrics, developing and managing financial models, and delivering clear and insightful monthly, quarterly and ad hoc reportsDevelop and manage an analytics program to enhance our ability to analyze our business and to select and price risk effectivelyConduct comprehensive operational analysis and reporting that provides accurate operational performance measures and unit costs to functional and partner areasManage all Group actuarial pricing including the pricing and negotiation of reinsuranceCollaborate with Distribution, Marketing & Product, Operations, and support services (Corporate Finance, Corporate Actuarial, IT, Risk, Legal, HR, PMO, etc.) Provide strategic leadership, fostering a high performing team environment, by setting clear goals and objectives, evaluating skills and performance, and ensuring alignment with organizational prioritiesActively contribute to the strategic direction and continuous improvement of Empire Lifes Actuarial Program as a key member of the Actuarial Senior Leadership Team.15+ years of relevant actuarial work experience in the insurance/financial services industry~ Pricing experience in Segregated Funds is an asset~ Advanced research, analysis and decision-making skills~ Proven project oversight and execution experience~ Outstanding organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities~ Strong team building, coaching and performance management skills~ If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positionsA comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health accountFlexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matchingWe celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process.