Underwriter

iA Financial Group (Industrial Alliance); Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible retirement savings plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation program

Telemedicine services

EFAP

Ergonomic furniture

Job summary

iA Financial Group is looking for an Underwriter in Group Insurance to evaluate risks, support sales activities, and contribute to profitability. The role emphasizes leadership, attention to detail, and collaboration with stakeholders.

You will oversee quotations, renewal pricing, and modifications, while mentoring junior underwriters and partnering with the Group Underwriting Manager to drive growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Math/Actuarial/Finance or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in Group Insurance underwriting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of group insurance quotations, renewal pricing, and modification requests.
• Ensure financial agreements align with objectives and reflect capabilities.
• Participate in renewal presentations with clients and advisors.
• Mentor junior and intermediate underwriters through coaching.
• Collaborate with Group Underwriting Manager to support profitable growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics/Actuarial Science/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build the future with us

Are you passionate about Group Insurance and known for your leadership, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering quality results? Do you enjoy analyzing complex situations, collaborating with stakeholders, and helping drive business growth? As an Underwriter, you will play a key role in evaluating group insurance risks, supporting sales activities, and contributing to the profitability and long-term success of the business. This position is a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise and further develop your career within a caring, collaborative, and innovative organization.

Description

Are you passionate about Group Insurance and known for your leadership, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering quality results? Do you enjoy analyzing complex situations, collaborating with stakeholders, and helping drive business growth? As an Underwriter, you will play a key role in evaluating group insurance risks, supporting sales activities, and contributing to the profitability and long-term success of the business. This position is a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise and further develop your career within a caring, collaborative, and innovative organization.

What You’ll Accomplish With Us

• Oversee the preparation of group insurance quotations, renewal pricing, and requests for modifications.
• Ensure financial agreements align with business objectives and that proposal wording accurately reflects our administration and service capabilities.
• Participate in renewal presentations with existing and prospective clients, as well as their advisors.
• Support the development of junior and intermediate underwriters through coaching and mentoring.
• Collaborate with the Group Underwriting Manager to ensure underwriting tools and approaches support profitable business growth while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

What Could Accelerate Your Success In This Role

• Is recognized for strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrates leadership skills and a commitment to quality.
• Excels in organization, prioritization, and time management.
• Possesses strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is known for creativity, autonomy, and sound judgment.
• Holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Actuarial Science, Finance, or an equivalent field.
• Has 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in Group Insurance underwriting.
• Has a solid knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced level of French proficiency is an asset, as the incumbent could be required to prepare and review group insurance quotations, participate in renewal presentations, communicate with French speaking clients, advisors, and business partners, and collaborate with stakeholders on a regular basis.

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!

iA Financial Group is committed to fostering a workplace that promotes diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation throughout our recruitment and selection processes for applicants with disabilities when required.

The typical hiring range for this position is between 55 376$ and 115 376$ CAD per year; the base salary offered may vary depending on knowledge, skills, years of experience, and internal equity related to the role.