Group Underwriter, Best Practice Intermediate Analyst

Medavie Inc.; Toronto; Remote; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental plan

Defined contribution pension

Annual incentive bonus

Paid vacation

Wellness benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Medavie Inc. in Canada is seeking a Group Underwriting Best Practice Analyst to support the roadmap and optimize underwriting tools. You will collaborate with IT, Finance, Client Solutions, and Sales to align processes with business objectives, troubleshoot issues, and strengthen documentation.

The role emphasizes data-driven reporting using Excel and Power BI, with a focus on efficiency and automation across underwriting and actuarial workflows.

Qualifications

• College diploma or degree in business/finance/actuarial related field.
• Minimum 3 years in group underwriting, group insurance, actuarial, business analysis, or project management in insurance.
• GBA, CEBS or related certifications are assets.
• Strong knowledge of group insurance products, underwriting practices, and processes.
• Proficiency with Excel; experience with Power BI, Power Automate, VBA and reporting tools is an asset.
• Excellent communication and ability to translate technical concepts for varied audiences.
• Bilingual English and French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of the Group Underwriting Best Practice roadmap.
• Maintain and enhance underwriting tools and systems.
• Partner with IT, Finance, Client Solutions, Sales to align tools with business objectives.
• Troubleshoot system issues and contribute to process optimization and automation.
• Maintain underwriting documentation and ensure compliance with current practices.
• Analyze data and prepare reports, dashboards, and insights using Excel and Power BI.
• Identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes and efficiency.
• Provide support to users of underwriting/actuarial systems and tools.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Power Automate

VBA

Reporting tools

System integrations

Process automation

Communication skills

Bilingual English/French

Education

Business/Finance degree

Actuarial Science background

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Power Automate

VBA

Reporting tools

System integrations

Process automation

Job description

Position Type: Permanent If you’re looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you’ve come to the right place. As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do — and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year. Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest — and it’s reflected in our award‑winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential.

The Group Underwriting Best Practice Analyst’s main responsibility is to support the various tasks and projects, with a strong emphasis on systems integration, processes, and tools. To succeed in this role, the analyst will need to develop deep understanding of the available resources and technologies used in Group Underwriting and actuarial, both internally and externally, and coordination with IT department for continuous improvement.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of the Group Underwriting Best Practice roadmap and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and enhance Group Underwriting tools and systems to support efficient underwriting and actuarial processes.
• Partner with EIS/IT, Finance, Client Solutions, Sales, and other stakeholders to ensure underwriting tools and processes align with business objectives.
• Troubleshoot system issues, support system enhancements, and contribute to process optimization and automation initiatives.
• Maintain underwriting documentation and ensure consistency with current practices, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Analyze data and prepare reports, dashboards, and insights using tools such as Excel and Power BI to support decision‑making.
• Identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Provide support and guidance to users of underwriting/actuarial systems and tools.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: College diploma or post‑secondary degree in Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Insurance, or a related field. A bachelor's degree would be considered an asset.
• Experience: minimum 3 years of experience in Group Underwriting, Group Insurance, Actuarial, Business Analysis, or Project Management within the insurance industry.
• Certifications: GBA, CEBS, or other related industry certifications would be considered an asset.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of Group Insurance products, underwriting practices, systems, documentation, and processes. Proficiency with underwriting tools and advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI, Power Automate, VBA, reporting tools, system integrations, and process automation is considered an asset.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, recommend solutions, and manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences and collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑functional team environment, supporting system enhancements, process improvement initiatives, and business projects while fostering positive working relationships and contributing to shared objectives.
• Language: Bilingualism (English and French) would be considered an asset.

Remote‑First ; we have flexible work arrangements and emphasis on work‑life balance

• Comprehensive health, vision and dental plan that is 100% employer paid effective on your first day
• 100% employer‑matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Annual Incentive Bonus which recognizes your contribution to our success
• Paid vacation and additional Vacation Purchase Program
• Wellness benefits, health resources and fitness center discounts
• Career Growth: We offer a career path encouraging you to follow your passions, learn new skills and focus on growing your career with Medavie.

Pay Range: 61,220 - 84,178.26 (CAD) This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization / Ce poste est actuellement vacant au sein de notre organisation. The Base Pay range may vary depending on the successful candidate or other relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and education/training. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Medavie employees may participate in various performance‑based incentive programs. Payments under these programs are discretionary and subject to both individual and organizational results.

We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws.

We're recognized as one of Canada's best places to work and are a leading provider of health solutions and insurance for 1 in 10 Canadians.

Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in healthcare delivery, benefits management, health management, and primary care.

Backed by the strength of a team of 8,500+ professionals from coast to coast, we’re committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest.

Medavie provides all‑in‑one private health insurance, public health administration, emergency medical services as Canada's largest contracted provider, as well as primary care, community health, mental health and addictions solutions, medical communications, and clinical training.

As a not‑for‑profit organization, Medavie is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, certified by Imagine Canada for philanthropy and community engagement, and Rainbow Registered as an organization that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion.