Actuarial Rotational Program
A career as an Actuary requires constant evolution, keen problem solving, and always keeping up with a changing world. If you’re interested in a career as an accredited Actuary, the Sun Life Actuarial Rotational Program could be your next step.
Our rotational program gives you the opportunity to study and gain relevant work experience in this exciting field. If continuous learning and analytical thinking sounds like a great way to spend the workday, keep reading.
Eligibility
Designed for recent graduates or working professionals looking to pivot into a future career as an accredited Actuary, our Rotational Program draws candidates from a wide range of post-secondary and work experience backgrounds.
A career path as an Actuary requires long term commitment, so we’re looking for candidates with a strong desire to continue learning and developing their business acumen, analytical skills, and problem-solving expertise.
Program participants are committing to the required study and work experience to attain fellowship accreditation with the Canadian Institute of Actuaries or as a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries.
Program structure
Designed to offer flexibility based on individual development and certification goals, Sun Life offers actuarial rotations across a wide range of teams, so you gain experience in a variety of business functions where actuarial work plays a critical role.
Each rotation runs for approximately 24 months with number of rotations being unique to each program participant, based on skill development objectives and career aspirations. When accreditation is achieved, our actuaries continue to grow in their careers with Sun Life.
What you’ll do
In our Actuarial Rotational Program, you will gain a holistic view of Sun Life’s business while learning and developing into a well-rounded actuary. Rotations will vary, but you can expect to work collaboratively with your team to evaluate opportunities, develop innovative strategies and contribute to solutions that directly drive collective success for our business and our clients. Each rotation provides the opportunity to gain specialized knowledge, sharpen business acumen, and think creatively.
Career path
As a Sun Life Actuary, you’ll have many opportunities to grow your career. Product Design and Pricing, Valuation, and Asset Liability Management are just a few of the possibilities.
Recruitment process
Sun Life recruits for our new graduate programs on an annual basis. Actuarial Rotational Program opportunities are activated each September, and the recruitment process is usually completed by late October. Entry to the program is flexible and arranged on an individual case basis with program participants.
Once you complete your application and we receive it, you’ll be considered for the program.
Candidates chosen to move forward will be invited to interview with our teams.
Accreditation support
Over the course of the program, you’ll complete a series of exams jointly sponsored by the Society of Actuaries or the Canadian Institute of Actuaries. You will benefit from an industry leading support package to fuel your dedication, commitment, and discipline for the Actuarial journey.
Sun Life will provide you with support and mentorship to help you successfully complete exams at each stage of your career progression. Time to study and exam fee/study material coverage are only part of the deal. You will also be eligible for salary reviews and incentives related to exam completion.
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