Underwriter, Intermediate

Equitable Life of Canada; Toronto; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking an Intermediate Underwriter to join their Individual Insurance team. This role involves risk assessment for life and critical illness products, with a focus on providing excellent client service. The position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Vacation allowance

Comprehensive benefits

Paid volunteer days

Immediate pension enrollment

Tuition support

Onsite cafeteria

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in underwriting.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply comprehensive underwriting expertise across various risk factors.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage daily workload independently to meet service standards.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Underwriter, Intermediate Toronto, ON, Canada Req #2735 Tuesday, April 1, 2025

At Equitable, we realize 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 work environment, we recognize that the key to our growth and success is a dedicated, motivated, and client-responsive staff. Join Equitable today.

Position Details

Title: Underwriter, Intermediate

Reports To: Manager, Underwriting

Department: Individual Underwriting

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Work Arrangements: This role is primarily remote, with potential in-person requirements at our Waterloo, ON office or other locations within the Waterloo Region as needed. Travel may be required for sales roles.

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 offers a great opportunity to develop skills while working at one of Waterloo Region’s Top Employers.

Responsibilities

• Apply comprehensive underwriting expertise across medical, financial, and non-medical risk factors.
• Maintain high-quality work standards.
• Manage daily workload independently to meet service standards.
• Provide excellent client service.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and reinsurance requirements regarding privacy and risk classification.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in underwriting processes.

Qualifications

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

What’s in it for you

• Work-life balance with a focus on wellness.
• Annual bonus, vacation allowance, and comprehensive benefits.
• Paid volunteer days to support community involvement.
• Immediate pension enrollment with employer matching.
• Inclusive employee resource groups.
• Tuition support and professional development programs.
• Onsite cafeteria and employee perks.
• Regular team events to foster collaboration.

Additional Requirements

Applicants will need to provide two professional references, including at least one supervisor. This vacancy is due to an existing opening.

To learn more about Equitable, visit our website. We are committed to equal employment opportunities. Contact our HR team at emailprotected for accommodations or alternative formats.

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Other Details

• Job Family: Individual Contributor - Transactional
• Pay Type: Salary

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