Underwriting Consultant

The Canada Life Assurance Company • Canada, ON

2d • CA$75,600 - CA$125,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

Canada Life Assurance Company has an exciting opportunity to join our Underwriting team as an Underwriter Consultant! As an Underwriter Consultant at Canada Life, you will be working with a dynamic team of underwriting professionals that are passionate about providing best in class customer experiences with a domestic insurer that’s been around for 175 years.

Requirements

• Use your underwriting knowledge to help drive positive client journeys, risk evaluation and best practices.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Disability insurance Underwriter.
• As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism is considered a very strong asset (fluent in French and English) but is required for Quebec only as the position will regularly serve our clients with French and English-speaking needs.
• History of substantial existing disability insurance signing authority.
• Excellent knowledge in medical, personal, and financial underwriting.
• Ability to analyze available facts, evidence, observations, and other information to appropriately assess and classify individual insurance risks.
• Solid influencing and negotiation skills, including with reinsurers.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically.
• Experience in the large case market an asset.
• Ability to self-manage, prioritize, and remain organized to meet deadlines.
• Resourceful with the ability to work well independently, but also effectively collaborate and communicate with field partners and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning through industry related education (e.g., FALU, FLMI or other insurance/industry related courses) would be a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complete individual disability insurance risk assessment and classification according to Canada Life’s risk profile.
• Critical Illness risk assessment an asset but not required.
• Analyze financial, medical, and other non-medical evidence.
• Communicate and collaborate with our field partners and internal teams to provide high quality and competitive decisions for our customers.
• Maintain positive and effective relationships with our advisors to differentiate our service offering.
• Comply with legislative and consumer regulations as they apply to risk classification, privacy, and disclosure.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, professional development, and a positive work environment.

Benefits

• Canada Life offers financial support to enroll in courses and workshops that can further develop your skillset and advance your career.
• Be part of a team with dedicated Underwriting Specialists that will support your underwriting career through co-signs, team meetings and mentorship.
• Benefit from a flexible work style that best suits you, whether it's the office, virtually or a combination of both.
• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.
• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed