Become a key legal resource providing essential advice for corporate matters. Exciting opportunity to work on commercial agreements and support clients in a hybrid work setup.
This role reports to senior legal leadership and involves 3-5 years of post-call experience. You’ll research legal issues, draft various commercial agreements, and guide on corporate and operational matters. Collaboration with diverse teams ensures practical legal solutions in an ever-evolving business landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
• Review and draft commercial agreements
• Research and analyze operational legal matters
• Advise on insurance broker lending activities
• Prepare policies in consultation with leadership
• Act as legal resource for delegated matters
Requirements:
• 3-5 years’ experience in-house or law firm
• Law degree (LL.B. or Juris Doctor) required
• Strong drafting and problem-solving skills
• Interpersonal and organizational skills essential
• High degree of professionalism and ethics
Utilize your legal expertise to influence business initiatives while thriving in a collaborative team atmosphere.
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A leading insurance provider in Toronto seeks an Organizational Design Program Manager to lead initiatives in organizational effectiveness and structure. This role requires over 8 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to influence organizational leadership. Flexible hybrid working conditions are offered. Candidates passionate about transformation and effective organizational design will thrive in this dynamic environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Step into a transformative role as a Senior Actuarial Consultant. Utilize your expertise to enhance pricing sophistication with a flexible hybrid work option.
You will lead initiatives focused on rating algorithms while evaluating complex data and recommending process improvements. This position demands strong analytical capabilities combined with collaborative spirit to drive innovation throughout the actuarial landscape and align with broader business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform assessments on data quality and analysis
• Innovate processes to boost efficiency and effectiveness
• Develop comprehensive rating strategies and solutions
• Mentor and guide emerging actuarial talent
• Attend and represent at professional events
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science or a related field
• 4+ years in actuarial roles preferred
• Exceptional communication skills are vital
• Expert in Excel, SQL, and programming capabilities
• Robust understanding of statistical methods and finance
Elevate your career by leveraging your actuarial expertise to drive impactful change within a committed team environment.
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Employment Type:
New Role
Working Business Language:
English. This role is considered a head‑office role and will be required to communicate with internal stakeholders across Canada where the primary business language utilized is English.
Salary:
At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full‑time and part‑time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top‑up programs and are provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and a pension plan. The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $95,000 - $115,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside the range are still encouraged to apply.
At Wawanesa, we offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in‑office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB; Wawanesa, MB; Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Lethbridge, AB; Toronto (North York), ON; Kitchener, ON; Ottawa, ON; Montreal, QC; Quebec City, QC; Moncton, NB; Dartmouth, NS.
The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company ("Wawanesa Mutual"), founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,300 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. We are also proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers. To learn more visit wawanesa.com.
Job Overview
Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Actuarial Consultant is responsible for leading the transformation of critical components of the rating algorithm, a foundational enabler of Pricing Sophistication. This includes creating and validating a vision to simplify complex areas of rating logic, taking a national approach, and ensuring an extensible, marketable foundation. Based on that foundation, requirements for rating rules, structures, and manuals are created, soliciting input from multiple areas to develop a sustainable solution. Finally, go‑to‑market rating plans and strategies are created to deliver that solution, aligning with business goals. Throughout this process, the Senior Actuarial Consultant acts as a visionary, collaborator, and executor, while championing leading‑edge quality‑focused process changes.
Job Responsibilities
Researches, extracts, and manipulates complex data from relevant sources, and assesses data quality.
Supports the business and overall team by performing analyses/reviews and completing ad‑hoc requests/special projects in a timely manner with minimal support from peers and leaders.
Evaluates procedures and processes, and recommends alternatives or improvements.
Evaluates existing processes to find areas for increased efficiency, identifies opportunities for automation of routine tasks and implementation of advanced techniques while ensuring ethical and responsible application of solutions.
Develops new approaches to problem solving and assesses impacts of solution options with minimal support from leaders.
Identifies emerging industry trends and analyzes the impact they will have on Wawanesa.
Encouraged to represent Wawanesa at external events that may include universities, actuarial clubs, industry organizations, and charitable causes.
Commits to professional development and continuous experiential learning to build cross‑functional knowledge, technical skills, and mastery in competencies.
Focuses learning activities on bringing new knowledge and skills to the team in order to address any existing gaps.
Provides regular project updates to stakeholders, anticipating obstacles and raising them in advance.
Leads projects from beginning to end, including implementation of the final product; may include training and documentation of the project.
Actively contributes to the mentorship, training, and development of actuarial analysts.
Provides feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities.
Builds trust and credibility with peers. Develops strong working relationships across teams.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or another related discipline.
More than 4 years of actuarial experience is an asset.
7 CAS exams or ACAS designation is an asset.
Advanced oral and written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to convey business terminology and insights that are meaningful and well received.
Ability to clearly document major projects and key processes.
Effective at comfortably communicating analysis and results to senior leaders in written and/or oral form, and influencing the direct leader to accept recommendations.
Discusses ideas in terms familiar to colleagues in different functional areas and teaches necessary actuarial concepts when needed.
Proficient with Excel, SQL, R, Python, and/or other related software/programming languages/actuarial software.
Ability to easily adapt to new enterprise system environments.
Ability to identify areas for improved efficiency and suggest solutions.
Advanced knowledge of actuarial science, mathematics, probability, statistics, principles of finance and business, and strong ability to apply this knowledge to problems in insurance.
Ability to develop efficient and viable solutions to problems and assess impacts of these solution options.
Strong attention to detail when performing analysis with minimal technical errors.
Ability to identify errors and areas of concern that may significantly impact analysis.
Ability to peer review through reasonability checks.
Ability to balance materiality/efficiency and accuracy/detail.
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple concurrent assignments, both individually and as a leader of a group, in a timely manner while proactively keeping the leader informed of progress.
Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively in a team environment.
Keeps abreast of current industry and professional standards and applies them directly to requirements and decisions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people – this is supported by having a representative workforce.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender‑diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas.
We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
Please note that this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation.
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Job ID: 9595
Working Business Language
: Bilingual in French and English. This role is considered a head office role and requires regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders across Canada where the business languages utilized are both English and French. As such, the successful candidate must be fully proficient in English and French.
Salary:
At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full‑time and part‑time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top‑up programs and are provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and a pension plan. The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $80,000 - $95,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.
About Us
At Wawanesa, we’re proud to offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in‑office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work.
You may work from any of the following locations: Montreal, QC; Quebec City. The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company ("Wawanesa Mutual"), founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,600 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. To learn more visit wawanesa.com.
We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.
Job Overview
Working under general supervision, an Senior Underwriter – Commercial Lines is responsible for analyzing the acceptability of low complexity business with low to moderate premium volume according to company guidelines by working collaboratively with our sales force and providing value added expertise and service to both potential and existing policyholders.
Job Responsibilities
Fleet Management and Analysis: You will be responsible for risk analysis using technology as well as external data sources for the purposes of quoting, negotiating and authorizing the acceptance of risk.
Knowledge Sharing: You will actively contribute to the team's ongoing training by sharing your knowledge and expertise to promote collective excellence.
Portfolio Development in Quebec: You will contribute to the strategic development of our portfolio in the Quebec region, working closely with our broker partners.
Rapidly Growing Region and Department: By joining a rapidly expanding department, you will benefit from personal and professional development opportunities while playing a key role in achieving business objectives.
Participation in Fleet Development: You will be involved in the evolution and management of the fleet for Wawanesa's Commercial Insurance department, directly contributing to our growth and success.
Networking and Collaboration: You will maintain excellent relationships with our broker partners, participating in industry events to exchange ideas and promote Wawanesa's expertise.
Pricing and Renewal Management: You will assess policy renewal eligibility according to the company's guidelines, while aiming to strengthen customer retention.
Customer Service Excellence: You will be the primary point of contact for policyholders, providing expert, responsive, and professional service.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of Commercial Auto Property and Casualty industry experience.
Bilingualism in French and English written and spoken.
Post-secondary education or related business experience.
Completed or actively pursuing a Property and Casualty Industry Designation (eg: CIP).
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and underwriting software.
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to review information carefully and comprehensively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide justification.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to present information in a convincing manner.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily work while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of performance.
Wawanesa is proud to be one of Manitoba’s Top Employers , a Kincentric Best Employer in Canada and a Forbes Best Employer in Canada recognizing an exceptional place to work!
Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people – this is supported by having a representative workforce.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender‑diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas.
We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
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At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan.
Salary: The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $105,000 - $125,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.
About Us
At Wawanesa, we offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB.
The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (“Wawanesa Mutual”), founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,300 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. We are also proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers. To learn more visit wawanesa.com.
We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Associate General Counsel & Director of Legal Affairs, you will be a key member of the legal team providing support to Wawanesa and its subsidiaries on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters. You will have the opportunity to work directly with various clients across Wawanesa’s portfolio, providing timely and practical advice on both day-to-day business issues as well as larger corporate initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
Reviewing, drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements.
Researching and analyzing issues to provide legal advice and recommendations to clients throughout the organization on a variety of operational matters.
Providing legal advice regarding the organization’s insurance broker lending activities.
Developing and maintaining legal knowledge relevant to the organization’s activities, assisting with updating processes and precedents as required.
Assisting with preparation of policies and procedures in consultation with General Counsel and Associate General Counsel and internal clients and in accordance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
Acting as a legal resource in all matters delegated by General Counsel and Associate General Counsel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
3-5 years’ post-call experience in-house or at Canadian law firm, with a focus on business or contract law.
A law degree (LL.B. or Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school and eligibility to practice in Manitoba.
Strong drafting, research and problem-solving skills and abilities, as well as familiarity with a variety of commercial agreements.
Commercial real estate experience is preferred but not required.
Exceptional interpersonal, time management and organizational skills, with a strong attention to detail.
A cooperative, enthusiastic and team-oriented attitude, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues at all organizational levels.
A high degree of professionalism and unquestioned personal ethics, integrity and responsibility.
Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people – this is supported by having a representative workforce.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas.
We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation.
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A leading Canadian insurance company is looking for a Manager of Advanced Analytics in Winnipeg. This role involves leading the MLOps function and deploying machine learning solutions that impact organizational decision-making. Ideal candidates will have five years of experience in machine learning, along with leadership experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary package and a hybrid work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading Canadian insurance firm is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to join their team in Winnipeg. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in business or contract law, along with a law degree and eligibility to practice in Manitoba. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, providing legal advice on operational matters, and supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. A competitive salary and various benefits, including a hybrid work model, are offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading Canadian mutual insurance company is seeking a Senior Underwriter – Commercial Lines in Montreal. This role involves analyzing business risk, collaborating with the sales force, and maintaining relationships with broker partners. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the Commercial Auto Property and Casualty industry and be bilingual in French and English. The job offers a hybrid work environment and competitive salary range of $80,000 - $95,000, with additional benefits included. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job ID
9789
Employment Type
Existing Role
Working Business Language
English
Salary & Compensation
Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan.
The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $140,000 - $180,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.
About Us
At Wawanesa, we offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work.You may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB; Calgary, AB; Toronto (North York), ON.
The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (“Wawanesa Mutual”), founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,300 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. We are also proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers. To learn more visit wawanesa.com.
We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.
Job Overview
The Manager of Advanced Analytics contributes to Wawanesa’s success by bringing your passion for predictive modeling and machine learning. In this role, you will lead the Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) function, ensuring scalable, reliable, and cost-effective deployment of machine learning solutions across the enterprise. The manager is leading a team responsible for taking machine learning applications to support decision making across the organization from concept to production, with accountability for platform architecture, production reliability, governance, and lifecycle management.
Job Responsibilities
Work directly with organizational leaders to introduce advanced analytics to all functions within the organization, and to foster the advancement and adoption of analytic assets.
Develop and advance analytic standards and processes that enable all aspects of advanced analytics including applied research, proof of concept, deployment of production grade ethical machine learning models, model monitoring and measurement.
Own and evolve the enterprise MLOps platform strategy, including CI/CD for ML, model registry, feature management, orchestration, monitoring, and observability frameworks.
Establish standardized deployment patterns and infrastructure-as-code practices to reduce bespoke solutions and increase reuse across teams.
Model lifecycle governance from development through validation, deployment, monitoring, retraining, and retirement.
Identify and organize educational initiatives aimed at the development of overall inter- and intra-departmental knowledge.
Keeps abreast with new tools, algorithms and techniques in machine learning and works to implement them in the organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A minimum of five years of experience in developing and deploying enterprise-scale machine learning solutions, and one year of people leadership with proven ability to build high performing teams
Strong business acumen with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to recognize, and identify critical issues
Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex ideas in a simple, persuasive, and eloquent manner
Comfortable confronting difficult issues and diplomatic in delivery of challenging messages
Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders
Advanced planning and organizing skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize a busy workload and multiple projects
Knowledge and experience in the insurance industry is considered an asset
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people – this is supported by having a representative workforce.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas.
We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation.
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