Underwriting Director - Life and Health
About The Position
Gen Re is seeking an experienced Underwriting Director to play a pivotal role in advancing its Canadian Life & Health reinsurance business. This role involves evaluating complex facultative risks, particularly large and high-net-worth cases, while delivering exceptional service to clients. It offers an opportunity to shape market presence, build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and grow into broader strategic leadership responsibilities. The position is based in Toronto, with flexibility for remote work or from the Canadian office. Preference will be given to candidates in the Toronto or Kitchener-Waterloo areas.
Requirements
- 10+ years of life underwriting experience, including large case underwriting
- Strong expertise in medical, financial, and non-medical risk assessment
- Approval authority of $10 million
- University degree (business, finance, economics, or related discipline preferred)
- FLMI, AALU, or FALU designation (completed or in progress), or a commitment to professional development
- Exceptional judgment and a track record of delivering high-quality underwriting decisions
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Self-directed, resourceful, and highly organized with excellent prioritization skills
- Proven ability to build credibility and trust with clients and colleagues at all levels
- High integrity and a strong alignment with Gen Re’s values and standards
- Fluency in English is required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with critical illness and disability underwriting is highly valued
- French is an asset
Responsibilities
- Evaluate facultative cases—with a focus on large and complex risks—applying sound medical, financial, and non-medical underwriting judgment
- Ensure timely turnaround aligned with client service commitments
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by providing technical expertise, thoughtful insights, and responsive support
- Build and sustain strong relationships through regular communication and in-person visits
- Represent Gen Re at industry conferences, client meetings, and underwriting forums
- Contribute to initiatives that enhance underwriting practices, operational efficiency, and enterprise risk management
- Track emerging industry trends and share insights with senior leadership to inform strategy
- Play an active role in strengthening Gen Re’s profile and value proposition in the Canadian marketplace
- Partner cross-functionally with Actuarial, Marketing, and Operations teams on projects and client initiatives
- Support contestable claims review when required
- Share insights from client interactions and contribute to internal knowledge development
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and responsibility
- Opportunity to grow into broader strategic leadership within a globally respected organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
