Senior Director, Financial and Actuarial Services, U.S. Life Insurance
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Job Description Build the future with us Do you want to play a strategic role at the heart of decision-making in a rapidly growing sector? As Senior Director, Financial and Actuarial Services, U.S. Life Insurance, you will directly contribute to defining and executing the financial and actuarial strategies of U.S. operations, in partnership with the executive team. You will be a key driver of value creation, influencing major business decisions in a dynamic, complex, and evolving environment. This role will allow you to leverage your expertise in a setting where ambition, collaboration, and excellence guide every initiative. ________________________________________________________________________ What you will accomplish with us As Senior Director, Financial and Actuarial Services, U.S. Life Insurance, you will be at the heart of our mission. Here are your key responsibilities: Advise the executive team on the sector’s financial, strategic, and operational priorities. Contribute to the development and execution of the strategic plan, including growth, profitability, and financial optimization for the U.S. Life Insurance sector. Initiate and lead value creation initiatives through financial engineering (reinsurance, capital optimization, accounting and actuarial methods, tax strategies). Ensure the complete, accurate, and timely delivery of all financial reporting required by the CFO function and the U.S. Life Insurance sector, including financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and performance analyses. Support the exploration of new strategic markets for the U.S. Life Insurance sector, with a focus on organic and inorganic growth (acquisitions); oversee financial models for due diligence processes and provide strategic recommendations. Implement strategies required to maintain or improve ratings from rating agencies, including proactive management of U.S. regulatory capital. Lead, engage, and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary finance organization aligned with strategic priorities. Oversee the work of the U.S. Appointed Actuary and ensure delivery of actuarial statutory requirements across U.S. jurisdictions, including compliance with U.S. requirements (PBR, cash-flow testing, etc.) and reporting to the U.S. Board of Directors. Establish practices that foster high performance, accountability, continuous improvement, and the sharing of financial expertise and North American best practices. ________________________________________________________________________ What could accelerate your success in this role We are looking for someone who: Is recognized for their strategic vision and strong business acumen Stands out for their ability to explore new markets and thrive in an acquisition-driven environment Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration skills with various business partners Is known for their influential leadership as a strategic business partner Has 10 or more years of experience in senior financial leadership roles Holds a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science or a related field (MBA, FSA designation, or a master’s degree is an asset) Possesses an advanced level of English proficiency, as the role involves regular communication with internal and external English-speaking partners across Canada and the United States ________________________________________________________________________ Why you’ll love working with us A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence; A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed; The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces; Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more! ________________________________________________________________________ Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! ________________________________________________________________________ Still unsure about applying? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you! Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue Company iA Financial Group Posting End Date 2026-07-04 Company Overview iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes. 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