Senior Life Underwriter

Manulife • CAN, Nova Scotia - Full Time Remote, ON

8d • $65,850 - $109,750 • 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.
• Bilingual English and Mandarin, an asset
• 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

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A 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, and employee/family assistance plans.
• various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources.
• generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree