Underwriter, Intermediate

Equitable Life of Canada; Manitoba; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Equitable Life of Canada is seeking an Intermediate Underwriter for their Individual Insurance team. This role involves risk assessment for life and critical illness products, contributing to underwriting processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a supportive environment that values employee wellness and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Vacation allowance

Company-paid benefits

Tuition support

Employee resource groups

Discounts on company products/services

Paid volunteer day

Pension plan with employer matching

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in medical, financial, and non-medical underwriting.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply comprehensive underwriting expertise across various risk factors.
• Manage daily work volumes independently to meet service standards.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and consumer regulations.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Service-oriented relationship skills

Job description

Manitoba, Canada Req #2228 Friday, May 31, 2024

At Equitable, we recognize that your work life is not just about performing a job; it's about being part of a workplace that helps you grow and reach your full potential. Within our friendly and collaborative environment, we understand that our growth and success depend on a dedicated, motivated, and client-responsive staff. Join Equitable today.

Reports To :

Manager, Underwriting

Department :

Individual Underwriting

Term :

Permanent Full-Time

Work Arrangements :

You will work from your home office 100% of the time. You may need to be in-person at our Waterloo, ON office or another location within the Waterloo Region on an as-needed basis. Sales roles may require travel based on assignments.

The Opportunity :

Equitable is growing! We are seeking Underwriters to join our Individual Insurance team. The Intermediate Underwriter plays a key role in risk assessment for life and critical illness products. This position is vital to our success and offers a great opportunity to work at one of Waterloo Region’s Top Employers while developing your skills for the future.

What you will be doing :

• Apply comprehensive underwriting expertise across medical, financial, and non-medical risk factors.
• Consistently deliver high-quality work.
• Manage daily work volumes independently to meet service standards.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements, consumer regulations, and reinsurance treaties related to privacy, disclosure, and risk classification.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in underwriting processes and procedures.

What you will bring :

• Bilingual in French and English is an asset.
• Strong technical knowledge in medical, financial, and non-medical underwriting.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment with shifting priorities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong reinsurance relationships and negotiation skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and service-oriented relationship skills.

What’s in it for you :

• Healthy work-life balance with a focus on employee wellness.
• Annual bonus, vacation allowance, and company-paid benefits.
• An extra paid volunteer day each year to give back to the community.
• Immediate enrollment in the company’s pension plan with employer matching.
• Employee resource groups supporting an inclusive environment.
• Tuition support and specialized program assistance.
• Onsite cafeteria with diverse daily options.
• Discounts on company products/services and exclusive employee perks.
• Regular EQ Together events fostering company unity and collaboration.

As part of the recruitment process, you will need to :

• Provide two professional references (at least one supervisor).

We encourage you to explore our organization to learn more about Equitable.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Please contact our HR team if you need our job postings in an accessible format or require accommodations during the application process.