Underwriter, Affinity Markets

Manulife Financial; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Manulife's Affinity Underwriting team as an Underwriter in Affinity Markets, where you'll classify risks and provide top-tier customer service. With a commitment to continuous learning, this work-from-home role welcomes candidates across Canada. You'll ensure compliance, stay updated on industry trends, and pave your career path through our supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Flexible work environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a life insurance underwriter.
• Approval limits of at least 1.5 million in life insurance.
• Bilingual (French & English) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Select and classify risks according to company standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all legislation and consumer regulation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

University or College Degree in a Related Discipline

Tools

Pricing Tools and Systems

Job description

Manulife’s Affinity Underwriting team is looking for high-energy, passionate, customer-obsessed, and creative individuals to join our world-class Underwriting team!

As an Underwriter in Affinity Markets, you will have the privilege of working with varied distribution channels including National Accounts, MGAs, and Advisors. You will grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, and individual development planning.

*This is a work from home position, and we are open to candidates in any Canadian province.

Position Responsibilities

• Select and classify risks according to Manulife’s philosophy and standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with all internal and external clients.
• Ensure compliance with all legislation and consumer regulation related to risk classification, privacy, and disclosure.
• Identify and provide solutions to work-related problems and procedures.
• Ensure team goals are met at all times and promote an atmosphere of confidence and trust with all customers to facilitate acceptance of decisions.
• Stay informed about trends and changes in medicine, human anatomy, medical terminology, diseases, tests, and modes of treatment.
• Put customers first by finding the right solutions and going the extra mile because it's the right thing to do.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a life insurance underwriter.
• Approval limit of at least 1.5 million in life insurance, $100,000 in critical illness insurance (CI), and $10,000 in disability insurance (DI).
• A mindset of continuous learning and awareness of current events, financial industry issues, and trends.
• Excellent analytical skills to define, research, and solve problems.
• Exceptional customer service skills and excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to understand, apply, and communicate current technical information to work problems.
• Knowledge of pricing tools, systems, and processes, and the ability to articulate their underlying principles and philosophies.
• Highly organized with great attention to detail.
• Adaptable and flexible to change.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progress towards or completion of insurance-related courses such as LOMA and/or FALU, FLMI, and ACS designations.
• A university or college degree in a related discipline is an asset.
• Bilingual (French & English) is an asset. If in Québec, the candidate must communicate in both languages to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to learn and grow your career.
• A flexible, inclusive environment that supports well-being.
• Support in shaping your future as part of our global team.

About Manulife and Our Commitment to Diversity

Manulife Financial is a leading international financial services provider committed to helping people achieve "easy investing and enjoying a prosperous life." To learn more, visit https://www.manulifeim.com/institutional/tw/en.

Manulife is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment, free from discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, and other protected factors. We strive to provide equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations during the application process. For assistance, contact [e-mail].