Hybrid Life Underwriter — Growth & Training

Sun Life; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an experienced Individual Life Underwriter in Vancouver. In this hybrid role, you will analyze applications for Life and Critical Illness Insurance, assess risk, and communicate decisions effectively. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Opportunities for career growth are plentiful in a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Pension Plan participation

Stock Ownership Program

Paid vacation and Care Days

Sabbatical Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Individual Life Underwriter.
• Existing Life and Critical Illness signing authorities.
• Knowledge of medicine and risk factors.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical, personal and financial information to evaluate eligibility.
• Approve cases within authority limit and negotiate decisions with reinsurers.
• Communicate decisions effectively to financial security advisors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Judgement

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

ALU certificate

FLMI designation

FALU designation

Job description

A leading insurance company is seeking an experienced Individual Life Underwriter in Vancouver. In this hybrid role, you will analyze applications for Life and Critical Illness Insurance, assess risk, and communicate decisions effectively. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Opportunities for career growth are plentiful in a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion.