Bilingual Senior Underwriter

Manulife•Quebec, ON

7d•Remote

About The Position

Manulife’s underwriting team is renowned for thought leadership and innovative ways to underwrite complex files. We are looking for growth-minded, service-oriented underwriters to join our team. We offer industry-leading training and development and support our underwriting team with development opportunities within and beyond traditional underwriting roles. As a member of our exceptional Underwriting team, you'll be part of shaping the future of insurance excellence.

Requirements

3 years of underwriting experience
$1,000,000+ Life signing authority
Sales and relationship-focused mindset with a drive for earning business and continuing to earn business in this competitive market
Working towards, or completion of FALU, FLMI and ACS designations
Strong knowledge of medical terminology including physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, imaging, diagnostic testing and treatments
Strong knowledge in how non-medical risks impact mortality, including hazardous occupations, sports, avocations and lifestyle
Experience with financial reports and training in anti-money laundering practices
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bilingualism (English and French) is a strong asset. If the successful candidate is in Québec, proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.
100,000+ CI authority
University or college degree in a related discipline such as medical, research or financial
Strong negotiation skills
Interest in representing the company via external presentations, panels, conferences, etc.
Experience in co-signing, referral reviews, mentoring, etc.

Responsibilities

Conduct risk assessment and classification by Manulife's philosophy and standards
Communicate and collaborate with sales and head office colleagues to provide the highest quality and competitive decisions to our customers
Maintain positive and effective relationships with internal and external partners
Consistently deliver the best customer experience by making every interaction significant
Align with consumer laws and regulations regarding risk classification, confidentiality and disclosure
Identify and propose solutions to problems and procedures related to the underwriter's work

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits packages
Growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills
Focus on growing your career path with us
Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance
Professional development and leadership opportunities
Health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage
Adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits
Employee/family assistance plans
Various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions)
Financial education and counseling resources
Generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
Full range of statutory leaves of absence