Data Specialist Advisor
Job Overview
Job title: Data Specialist Advisor
Job description: At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We’re committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.
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Job Level NV-09
#Teaser
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 Modelling and Best Practices Competency Centre is looking for a candidate to join it as a Data Specialist Advisor. Are you interested in working in a multi-disciplinary team with people from various backgrounds (statisticians, actuaries, data scientists, GIS experts) 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
As a Data Specialist Advisor for The Modelling and Best Practices Competency Centre, you will be responsible for:
Developing and maintaining data models for use in advanced analytics, to support and improve performance of Desjardins ratemaking 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
Work place: Position located in Mississauga, Calgary, Levis, Montreal or Toronto, 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 two years of relevant experience, including three years working across BIG or complex data sets in a statistical or analytical rôle
Academic work experience (an asset)
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
Experience with data catalog applications
P&C insurance experience (an asset)
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
For vacant positions available in Quebec, please note that knowledge of French is required
Specific knowledge
Expertise in working with structured data; apply methods, technologies and techniques that address data architecture, integration and governance of data
Expertise in working with unstructured data
Knowledge of master data management principles
Knowledge of 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
Knowledge of SAS, SQL, R, and Python (Hadoop, Java, Scala and C++) (an asset)
Strong communication skills in both French and English, both oral and written due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients (for postings in Quebec)
#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 Collaborates, Innovation, Interpersonal Savvy, Strategic mindset
Work Location 3 Robert Speck Parkway Mississauga
Trade Union Non Syndiqué
Unposting Date 2022-12-7
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.
Company: Desjardins
Expected salary:
Location: Mississauga, ON
Job date: Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:20:06 GMT
Job Source: Careerjet.ca