Underwriting Consultant

The Canada Life Assurance Company

6d•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. Why should you join us? 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

Requirements

Use your underwriting knowledge to help drive positive client journeys, risk evaluation and best practices
Minimum 5 years of experience as an Individual Life Underwriter
Minimum $3M existing Life 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
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
As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism (fluent in French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only as the position will regularly serve our clients with French and English-speaking needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the large case market an asset
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 life 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

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.

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