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Working Arrangement
Hybrid
Job Description
The Actuarial Assistant/Associate will play a key role in the daily actuarial functions of John Hancock. They will be a member of the Actuarial Development Program (ADP) and complete various work assignments/projects as directed by the manager. Students will need Excel skills and will gain knowledge in various computer programs (including RStudio, GGY Axis, Python).
Primary responsibilities include:
Update a variety of departmental spreadsheets/templates, and compile, analyze, and report the results of quarterly, yearly, or ad hoc projects as assigned by the manager
Provide meaningful analysis & interpretation of actuarial results and trends in data
Communicate results to the manager, department, and/or senior leaders via email or more formal presentations, as needed
Provide support to more senior actuarial staff as needed
The ADP at John Hancock creates an enjoyable culture of balancing work and pursuit of professional SOA designation. The ADP offers the following:
Rotations
Rotate positions within the company every 18-24 months
Roles include core actuarial functions (e.g., Pricing, Valuation, Modeling) as well as non-traditional roles (e.g., Governance, Inforce Management, Capital Management)
Allow students to learn new skills, see different areas of the company, and become a well-rounded actuary
Exam Support
Ample paid study time
Exam fees & study materials covered by company
Competitive exam raises
Access to a community of students who have recently passed exams
Competitive Salary
Market competitive salary
Exam raises & designation bonuses
Promotional & merit raises
Heart of Boston
Office located in Boston's Back Bay
Close to Newbury St, the Prudential Center, Fenway, Boston Common
Hybrid Work Environment
Two days in office - core days are Tuesday & Wednesday
Social & Networking Events
Semi-annual Pass Party to celebrate the exam successes of the ADP
Catered ADP-wide social event each year (e.g., Game Night, Field Day, etc.)
Scheduled networking events with senior leaders
Exceptional Work Culture
Paired with senior actuary to serve as mentor
Supportive and collaborative work & study environment
Inviting, positive, and fun work atmosphere
Work-life balance & personal wellness are core values
Large ADP program encourages genuine friendships
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
Actively pursuing SOA exams
Minimum 1 SOA exam passed
Will be required to write two exams per year
Experience:
Actuarial Assistant: 0-2 years
Actuarial Associate: 1-4 years
Superior aptitude for computer applications, including MS Excel/VBA, MS Access, Python, RStudio, GGY Axis, etc. While extensive experience with each of these programs is not a requirement, a strong aptitude & willingness to learn is necessary
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Effective communication and interpersonal skills to deal with both technical and non-technical audiences; ability to explain concepts and results effectively)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to take ownership of projects and drive to completion
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About John Hancock and Manulife
John Hancock is a unit of Manulife Financial Corporation, a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States, and Manulife globally, including Canada, Asia and Europe. We provide financial advice, insurance and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. Assets under management and administration by Manulife and its subsidiaries were CAD$1.3 trillion (US$1.1 trillion) as of June 30, 2021. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as MFC on the TSX, NYSE, and PSE, and under 945 on the SEHK. Manulife can be found at manulife.com.
One of the largest life insurers in the United States, John Hancock supports more than 10 million Americans with a broad range of financial products, including life insurance, annuities, investments, 401(k) plans, and education savings plans. Additional information about John Hancock may be found at johnhancock.com.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.
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