Group Benefits Underwriter

Johnston Group Inc.; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (Winnipeg)

Accommodation during selection process

Job summary

Johnston Group, Winnipeg, MB, is seeking an experienced Group Benefits Underwriter to join our underwriting team. You will review financial information to prepare new business quotations, assess historical claims for renewals, and handle inquiries, amendments and rate negotiations with clients and brokers.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in group benefits underwriting, strong mathematical and analytical skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a group benefits underwriting role
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and interpret financial information to prepare new business quotations
• Review and assess historical claims experience for renewals
• Handle inquiries, amendments and rate negotiations with clients
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external contacts

Skills

Group underwriting

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

Post-secondary education

GBA/CEBS courses (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Johnston Group provides employee benefit solutions to over 30,000 companies, ranging from one employee to thousands across various product lines, including Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan, Canada’s #1 employee benefits plan for small businesses. JG is a platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and was named one of Manitoba’sTop Employers. We support a positive work atmosphere where we value the diversity in the people we serve and are looking for talent who will contribute to our diverse and inclusive workplace; where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. JG believes in giving back and contributes significantly to local health, arts, sports, and other community organizations.

As part of our experienced Group Underwriting team, you will review, analyze and interpret financial information to prepare new business quotations; review and assess historical claims experience to prepare financial reports for renewals; and handle inquiries, amendments and rate negotiations in a timely manner. You will be responsible for providing excellent customer service to both internal and external contacts throughout this process.

*Hybrid working model based out of our Winnipeg, MB office, with three daysin-office per week.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively convey information and build relationships
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a group benefits underwriting role, with current experience working as a Group Benefits Underwriter
• Strong understanding of all financial arrangements, including non-refund, ASO and retention accounting
• Candidates must have post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Broad knowledge of group insurance products
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective problem solving and negotiating skills
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently
• Capable of handling multiple tasks effectively while meeting deadlines
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• Completion of GBA/CEBS courses would be considered an asset

The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JG welcomes the opportunity to provide accommodation throughout the selection process. Please contact us to discuss your requirements by email at [e-mail] or by phone at 204-786-0421.