Oliver Wyman
Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting, with offices in 60 cities across 29 countries. We combine deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organizational transformation. Our 7,000+ professionals help clients optimize performance, improve operations and risk profiles, and capture the most attractive opportunities.
Within Oliver Wyman, the Actuarial Practice provides customized actuarial services and strategic insight to insurers, provider systems, regulators, and private equity firms. We bring together actuarial expertise, advanced analytics, and technology to solve complex problems and enable forward-looking decisions.
Our team includes 600+ professionals (including ~300 credentialed actuaries) across 41 global locations. We work closely with Marsh, Mercer, and Guy Carpenter to support clients on strategy, operations, capital efficiency, and large-scale transformation.
Roles
Integrated Consulting Group (ICG) – Actuarial & Strategy Consultant
Integrated Consulting Group (ICG)
Role: Actuarial & Strategy Consultant
Location: Toronto
ICG combines actuarial expertise with strategy consulting to help insurers and asset managers modernize finance functions, design products, execute M&A, and improve operations.
What You’ll Do
Analyze complex business problems using data, models, and structured thinking
Conduct research and synthesize insights into clear recommendations
Develop client-ready materials (presentations, models, summaries)
Collaborate with teams to support project delivery
Example Projects
Designing target operating models for finance and actuarial functions
Supporting the launch of new or “greenfield” insurance businesses
Developing corporate strategies across product, distribution, and operations
Driving large-scale transformation across actuarial, finance, and technology
Qualifications and Skills
Currently pursuing a degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or another STEM or business-related field
Class of 2027
Minimum GPA of 3.5
At least 1 actuarial exam passed (CAS or SOA) OR willingness to take actuarial exams OR interest in pursuing the CFA designation
Strong interest in both strategy consulting and actuarial applications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently
Technical skills (preferred): Excel; familiarity with R, Python, SQL, SAS, or VBA
*If interested in the ICG, feel free to check out our ICG job simulation here, Oliver Wyman Integrated Consulting Group - Forage, for an immersive experience designed to introduce you to the high-impact work of the strategy, risk, and transformation work we do.*
Base salary range (U.S.): $65,000 – $110,000 CAD, depending on role, location, exams, and experience.
In addition, we offer:
Actuarial exam support program (paid study time, exam reimbursement, study materials, first-time pass incentives)
Performance-based incentives
Health and wellness benefits
401(k) and retirement programs
Employee assistance programs
Work Authorization
Why join us?
Come aboard if you are excited by challenges and want to work across different cultures.
We want you to step out of your comfort zone and embrace your curiosity.
Our consultants learn on the job and receive formal training to develop their communication, presentation, analytical, and client management skills.
You’ll find genuine colleagues who stand by their beliefs and measure success by the lasting impact you create together.
We believe in flexibility, including the opportunity of hybrid working. You are also invited to join our colleague resource groups and social activities.
We hire you to be you
Our open, inclusive, and down-to-earth culture will enable you to bring your best self to work.
You’ll work alongside authentic colleagues who do serious work, but don’t take themselves too seriously.
There’s no corporate mold to fit and hierarchy doesn’t get in the way.
We do not let artificial barriers stand in the way of your personal career progression.
Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit oliverwyman.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. The Actuarial Practice of Oliver Wyman, a Marsh business, advises clients across a broad spectrum of risk management issues. We are a rapidly growing group with offices expanding across the globe. Our actuaries hold the highest professional qualifications and are nationally recognized as experts in their field(s). We use mathematical and statistical modeling skills and our qualitative assessment methodologies to assist clients in evaluating and addressing risk. Our solutions help clients manage and prepare for the potential financial consequences of uncertain future events. We bring a combination of broad-based expertise with specialized knowledge of specific risks, allowing us to provide independent, objective advice in the three primary areas of risk: healthcare, life and annuity, and property and casualty.Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Marsh will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need, please contact reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $23 billion and more than 85,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective.
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