AVP, CI Auto Pricing

3 months ago

Markham, Canada Aviva Full time
Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values - Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

We seek an upbeat, experienced, well-rounded AVP of CI Auto Pricing. Reporting to our VP of CI Pricing, this role is ultimately responsible for developing the pricing strategy in CI business segments using best-in-class actuarial expertise, analysis, and insights. The role is accountable for the leadership and direction of over $500M of Auto portfolios within the Commercial Insurance business.

This role's purpose is to deliver and implement outstanding rating programs across all regions and segments. Our successful candidate will lead the success of all rates and rating programs implemented across Aviva Canada's commercial property and casualty book, excluding large accounts.

We are looking for a strong, dynamic, and ambitious AVP to deliver an outstanding and adaptive pricing framework and drive a deep understanding of the financial performance of Aviva CI business.

Come join our team

What you'll do:
  • A key partner with CTU and Underwriting to resolve regional / segment pricing strategies and complete those strategies to successfully grow our business profitably
  • Supervises our competitive position across Canada by collaborating with business development and internal competitive intelligence teams and leverages this information to improve our business
  • Works closely with the analytics team to bring to market sophisticated pricing models, including machine learning as well as dynamic market models
  • Works in close collaboration with other business areas, such as CTU, Underwriting, Analytics, Claims, Finance, and Corporate Actuarial, to develop a deep understanding of the dynamics of the commercial insurance marketplace and use this knowledge to respond to known and anticipated trends
  • Responsible for working with external regulators and other partners to influence decisions that will impact Aviva's ability to achieve business outcomes
  • Support the quarterly and annual Commercial Lines planning process by providing technical and qualitative input
  • Responsible for leading and motivating a team of actuarial professionals to achieve outperforming results. This includes supporting their professional development and the overall integrity of the work performed by the actuarial pricing team
  • Maintains relationships with various internal and external stakeholders such as Underwriting, Analytics, Claims, Finance, Corporate Actuarial, Distribution and Provincial Regulators. Positive relationship-building and negotiation skills are required
  • Ensure that appropriate audit controls exist and serve as the source material for regulatory reports
  • As part of any decision-making process or strategic change, you must consider customer interests and ensure that decisions result in fair customer outcomes and treatment
  • You will ensure you regularly communicate simple and clear guidance on your expectations for customer treatment and the behavior to support this
  • Understand and champion the Group's Risk Management Framework, including all Risk Policies and linked Business Standards; reporting, escalation, and governance processes (including all legal and regulatory requirements)
  • Maintain effective and efficient risk management and internal control systems that align with the agreed risk appetite. Where vital, advise action plans to resolve ineffective controls and bring associated risks, including outsourced arrangements, within the appetite in a timely manner
  • Identify, own, and lead any specific key risks and/or key controls you identified as the owner for on iCARE. Maintain appropriate records and ensure that controls are sufficiently well crafted and operating effectively to keep the risks that they mitigate within Aviva's tolerance level. Report and raise the status of the relevant risks and controls as appropriate


What you'll bring:
  • Undergraduate degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, or other related field or equivalent experience
  • 7-10 years of relevant pricing experience
  • Market reputation for leading business focused teams and translating deep pricing expertise into business strategies
  • Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society
  • Shown management capabilities and strong analytical skills
  • Proven understanding of the commercial insurance line of business, including rate indications, pricing, and coverage
  • Data-driven decision maker, able to complete detailed research and investigation yet make timely decisions
  • An understanding of reserving, finance, accounting, investment, and insurance principles
  • Ability to think long-term strategically and operationally
  • Strong ability to influence partners and drive decisions to improve business outcomes
  • Ability to identify key priorities and problems, acquire relevant information, identify root causes, and generate alternative solutions to reach sound management decisions
  • The ability to recruit, develop and retain an outstanding team of professionals


What you'll get:
  • Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities
  • Exceptional Career Development opportunities
  • We'll support your professional development education.
  • Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
  • Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion
  • Corporate wellness programs to support our employees' physical and mental health
  • Hybrid flexible work model


Additional Information: Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

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