Underwriter

Iaawg; Quebec; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Retirement savings plan

Telemedicine services

EFAP

Job summary

iA Financial Group in Canada is seeking an experienced Underwriter to assess risks for disability, life and critical illness insurance applications. You will support underwriting decisions aligned with risk and profitability objectives in a collaborative, innovative environment.

You will analyze medical and non-medical information, apply guidelines, and communicate with clients and advisors to obtain information and clarify issues, while handling high volumes with accuracy and timeliness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of underwriting experience in individual disability insurance.
• Experience in individual life insurance and critical illness insurance.
• Intermediate English proficiency.
• Ability to analyze case files, including medical reports.
• Ability to manage high volumes of work while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks related to disability, life, and critical illness insurance applications to make informed underwriting decisions.
• Analyze medical and non-medical information to identify potential risks and concerns.
• Apply a holistic approach when assessing overall risk.
• Use underwriting guidelines and procedures to make sound underwriting decisions.
• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of underwriting tasks and processes.
• Communicate with internal and external clients and stakeholders to obtain information or clarify issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Risk assessment

Underwriting knowledge

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

Job Description Build the future with us

Are you driven by the insurance industry and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As an Underwriter, you will play a key role in assessing risks associated with disability, life insurance, and critical illness insurance applications, supporting underwriting decisions that align with the organization’s risk and profitability objectives. This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you'll accomplish with us

• Assess risks related to disability, life insurance, and critical illness insurance applications to make informed underwriting decisions.
• Analyze medical and non-medical information to identify potential risks and concerns.
• Apply a holistic approach when assessing overall risk.
• Use underwriting guidelines and procedures to make sound underwriting decisions.
• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of underwriting tasks and processes.
• Communicate with internal and external clients, as well as stakeholders, to obtain additional information or clarify issues related to underwriting decisions.

What could accelerate your success in this role

• Is known for their strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Stands out for their ability to analyze case files, including medical reports, to accurately assess risk and make underwriting decisions.
• Demonstrates strong ability to manage high volumes of work while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high quality standards.
• Is recognized for their client- and advisor-focused mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Has a minimum of 2 years of underwriting experience in the individual disability insurance field, along with experience in individual life insurance and critical illness insurance.
• Intermediate level of English proficiency, as the role involves communicating daily with English-speaking clients and partners across Canada through emails and phone calls.

Why you'll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence; AI is in everyone's hands, empowering you to increase your personal effectiveness while supporting the organization's growth.
• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed.
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

Competitive Benefits

• Flexible group insurance plans
• Competitive retirement savings plan
• Employee share purchase plan
• Vacation program, wellness days, and personal development days
• Telemedicine services
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Ergonomic furniture program
• Performance bonus
• Discounts on iA products
• And much more!

Company Overview iA Financial Group

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Posting End Date 2026-08-28

Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers.

At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger.

Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model.

As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes.

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