Acturis is a leading Software-as-a-Service provider for general insurance. Founded in 2000, we have grown exponentially over the past 20 years. To date, more than 95,000 individuals, in over 40 countries, use Acturis solutions to power their business, and our platform manages over $17bn worth of transactions every year. By working closely with brokers, insurers, and MGAs, we have helped to create and shape the insurance market of today. In 2019 we launched our system in Canada with exciting opportunities for growth in a new marketplace. Our head office is based in Victoria, BC.
At Acturis we invest in recruiting, developing and promoting talent. With us you will:
Work with a talented, motivated and friendly group of like-minded colleagues
Learn how to combine innovation and technology to create new business models from a management team led by two former McKinsey partners
Be supported and encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge through structured training and coaching from experienced colleagues
Receive written constructive performance feedback and encouragement every quarter so that you know how to improve – you have no idea how unusual this is!
Be given real responsibility for your own projects as soon as you are ready
Central location 15 minute walk from downtown Victoria with office patio and quick access to fitness facilities to take care of physical health
Receive a competitive salary and annual performance-based reviews
20 paid holiday days each year
100% employer paid benefits after three months on the job
Be eligible to participate in annual bonus and company share incentive schemes depending on performance and seniority
Hybrid work schedule: work from home up to 3 days per week. During probation this will be full time in our Victoria Office.
Acturis believes that professional development is key to the co-op program. In this position, you will follow a clearly defined co-op path that recognises personal development and contribution to the company.
Acturis will support your development as a co-op with the following:
You will receive structured targets, regular feedback and performance reviews
Your team will deliver concentrated initial training and close mentoring, with daily support and weekly one to ones. Senior colleagues will also run training sessions to pass on industry experience and best professional practices
You and your mentor will regularly review your co-op course requirements and how these should be fulfilled
The company will provide opportunities to participate in company social events
As a Technical Support Analyst Co-op at Acturis Canada, in our Customer Support team you will:
Solve system user problems and resolve customer questions and issues, with particular focus on our suite of rated products.
Solve challenging technical problems using a structured and logical approach
Help our Canadian clients understand how they can use our highly configurable Insurance System
Identify and gather ideas for new functionality and services
Support other teams in testing new releases of the Insurance System
The co-op wage for this position is $20 per hour plus 4% in lieu of vacation. This may increase for subsequent co-op terms.
The successful candidates will have following attributes:
Second year and above co-op student
An aptitude for applying technology and structured problem solving
An ability to work in teams and learn quickly
Computer literate (e.g. Word, Outlook, Excel) and able to pick up new concepts
Excellent communication skills
Enthusiastic about providing quality customer service
Logical, well organised and practical
Confident and eager to take responsibility
The following attributes are highly appreciated but not required:
Science, Math or Engineering background
Understanding of a computer programming language
Fluent or Proficient in French
Experience in Customer Service role (example positions include: food service/restaurants, retail, hospitality, help desk)
Think you’ll be a great fit for the Acturis Canada team? Here are what next steps could look like after you apply:
A member of our recruitment team will reach out to you to schedule a 30-minute online assessment.
A People Operations representative will schedule an introduction call.
You will be invited to participate in two case study type interviews.
You will meet with the Head of Customer Support based in the UK.
References will be contacted and an offer will be sent your way!
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