GIS Manager leading the development and implementation of geospatial capabilities at Aviva Canada. Overseeing a team in delivering modern GIS tools and supporting key business areas.
About the role
- GIS Specialist supporting the delivery of geospatial solutions for pricing, underwriting, and risk management decisions. Collaborating with data scientists and engineers in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Collect, process and analyze complex geospatial datasets relevant to insurance operations and transform into actionable insights and recommendations to support pricing, underwriting and product strategies.
- Create high-quality maps, dashboards and visualizations for business users.
- Support spatial risk assessments, catastrophe modelling and exposure analysis.
- Communicate model results and findings effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaborate with business and engineering partners to enhance geospatial modelling solutions and tools and integrate with business operations.
- Support innovation and continuous improvement in the use of geospatial data and analytics.
- Stay current with advancements in GIS technology and best practices.
Requirements
- University degree in Geography, GIS, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field (Master’s degree is an asset).
- Proficiency in English, including excellent oral and written communication are required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in GIS analytics (QGIS, GEoserver, Postgres /PostGIS) and working with large datasets (industry or academic setting).
- Proficiency in Python and best practices in software engineering (modularity, code reuse, documentation).
- Strong analytical skills and a keen interest in geospatial concepts within insurance pricing.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
- Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn and contribute within a high-performing team.
Benefits
- Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
- Hybrid flexible work model.
- Outstanding career development opportunities.
- We’ll support your professional development education.
- Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
- Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
- Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
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