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Job Level

NV-09

Do you live and breathe data? Are you passionate for big data, little data, muddled data and all data in between? Do you want to design, implement and populate data models that make it possible to automate our data analytics value chain? Come be at the heart of a data driven organisation by joining a critical service for the proper functioning and operation of a top Canadian insurer. Come innovate and change the world of insurance with us! A world in constant change and in continuous need of data innovation. Be part of the journey!

We don’t offer you a job, we offer you job satisfaction! #Desjardinsdifference

General Information on the Position

#Team

The Analysis and Business Solutions team is looking for a candidate to join us in the unique role as a Data Specialist Advisor. Are you interested in working on a multi-disciplinary team with people from various backgrounds (actuaries, statisticians, data scientists) in a motivating environment in which we focus on developing our people? Does the idea of leveraging your strengths while being challenged to explore data analytics and predictive analytics align with your vision and growth? Then you may be the one we are looking for!

#What you will do a s a Data Specialist Advisor for Analysis and Business Solutions team, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and maintaining data models for use in advanced analytics, to support and improve performance of Desjardins operational teams

• Build and automate standardized data to be used for the various analyzes of the team

• Advising on potential solutions for various data management-related issues

• Analyze data and data structures, as well as the design and build of all forms of database schemas (relational, OLAP, Big Data etc.) to support a wide range of strategies for secure data acquisition, data cleansing and blending, data storage, analysis and modeling

• Responsible for communication of data management needs and process steps in non-technical language

• Responsible for communication of data engineering steps required to industrialize an advanced analytics model in technical language

• Developing or improving existing processes

• Keeping pace with new advancement in data management and advanced analytics, intent on applying them to your work

• Coaching or more junior staff to help disseminate expertise.

Other working conditions

• Workplace: Position located in Montreal, Mississauga, Toronto, Calgary or Lévis, depending on the applicant selected. The work arrangement for the position is hybrid work #LI-Hybrid

• Number of jobs available : 1

#What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or Actuarial Sciences

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

• Relevant P&C insurance experience (an asset)

• Experience in working across BIG or complex data sets in a statistical or analytical role (academic work experience may be considered)

• Experience with open source cloud-based platforms, Microsoft Azure, or any other public, private cloud based platforms

• Experience in database concepts, data modelling; data integration including design and architecture

Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

Specific knowledge

• Expertise in working with unstructured data; ability to apply semantic correlation, ontology and text analytics techniques and systems to analyze non-structured data and identify critical insights for overall business analytics across various domains

• Expertise in working with structured data; apply methods, technologies and techniques that address data architecture, integration and governance of data

• Knowledge of master data management principles and experience with data catalog applications

• Possess solid skills in SAS, SQL, R, and Python (Hadoop, Java, Scala and C++ knowledge (an asset)

• Strong communication skills in French and English, both oral and written (an asset)

• Complete proficiency in English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients

#What we offer

• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with one of Canada’s top 100 employers

• Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs

• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture

• A comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary, bonus, defined benefit pension plan and benefits

• Fitness reimbursement program

• Discounts on automobile and home insurance premiums

• Full reimbursement of Insurance Institute of Canada courses

• Free second-language course in the workplace

• Reimbursement of job-related continuing education costs

• Time off for study days for actuarial examinations

#Why choose a career with Desjardins?

• An organization that highly values actuaries and analytics professionals

• A technology and innovation leader.

• Offers and encourages first-hand experience for learning

• Offers exceptional training and work that will challenge your skill set

• Offers the flexibility of working in Mississauga, Toronto, Montreal or Lévis

• Offers a great rotation program that allows actuaries to gain additional experience in reserving, pricing, commercial, and R&D

• A company that focuses on members and clients

Desjardins Cross-sector skills

Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Nimble learning

Key competencies for the job

Business insight, Customer Focus, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning

Work Location

3 Robert Speck Parkway Mississauga

Trade Union

Non Syndiqué

Unposting Date

2024-03-8

Job Family

Actuarial Services (FG)

Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in Canada, and one of the largest employers in the country. It offers a full range of financial products and services and is home to a wealth of expertise in property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance, wealth management, services for businesses of all sizes, securities brokerage, asset management, venture capital, and secure, leading-edge virtual access methods.