Actuarial Analyst, Valuation, Winter 2024

60 Yonge Street Toronto Ontario,M5E 1H5

**As a co-op/intern student at BMO, you will have the opportunity to be heard, keep growing and make a difference.** **You will be part of our campus program to gain the skills and knowledge needed to take on roles similar to the description listed below.

Our student experience is designed to integrate you to the BMO team from day one by adding value in the work you do. You will have the opportunity to participate in programs such as the Women in Technology Mentorship Program, BMO First Friend peer assignment, BMO Social Squad student-led activities, BMO U corporate learning platform and access to various Employee Resource Groups to further develop your network within BMO.

Executes the calculations and analysis required for regulatory and management reporting and provides support to the actuarial production of work. Extracts and compiles actuarial data to ensure that the investment and risk portfolio conforms to prescribed guidelines.
- Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
- Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
- Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
- Assists with the calculations required for the opinion on the various Appointed Actuary legal responsibilities.
- Checks and reviews various outputs from models used as the basis for the Appointed Actuary’s opinion. Opinions are required for the value of actuarial liabilities held on the Balance Sheet, annual opinion on the ongoing solvency of BMO Insurance (DCAT Reports), quarterly regulatory capital calculations, and annual Participating Policyholder Bonus recommendations. All opinions are under detailed scrutiny by OSFI, BMO Insurance Boards of Directors, internal and external auditors.
- Reviews and analyzes actuarial issues for presentation to the Appointed Actuary for signoff. Includes review of new product initiatives, review of economic capital calculations, review of financial business plans and additional actuarial support for risk, legal, policyholder services and other areas.
- Focus may be on a business/group.
- Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
- Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
- Works mostly independently.
- Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.** Qualifications**:

- Typically between 1 - 4 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. However, as part of the BMO campus program, we are looking for motivated University and College students with a strong desire to learn.
- Enrolled in the actuarial program and completed 3 to 4 exams. However, as part of the BMO campus program, we are looking for motivated University and College students with a strong desire to learn.
- Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience.
- Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
- Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
- Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
- Influence skills - In-depth.

**We’re here to help**

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.