Underwriter, Junior

Equitable Life of Canada; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Underwriter to join their Individual Underwriting team. This permanent full-time role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to a friendly and collaborative environment. You will learn critical underwriting skills, work independently and as part of a team, and ensure compliance with regulations. With a focus on employee wellness and work-life balance, this role provides various perks, including an annual bonus, tuition support, and a pension plan. If you are proactive and client-focused, this position could be your next career step.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Annual bonus

Paid volunteer day

Tuition support

Pension plan with employer matching

Inclusive environment

Onsite cafeteria

Product and service discounts

Regular team-building events

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Life and Health insurance products with some underwriting experience preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing learning to stay current with medical and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Learning and applying critical thinking skills in underwriting.
• Ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and risk classification.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Bilingual (French and English)

Client-Focused Relationship Skills

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary education in health or medical field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Ontario, Canada Req #2340 Friday, July 19, 2024

At Equitable, we recognize that your work life is about more than just performing a job; it's about being part of a workplace that fosters growth and helps you reach your full potential. Our friendly and collaborative environment emphasizes that our key to success is a dedicated, motivated, and client-responsive staff. Join Equitable today.

Reports To :

Manager, Underwriting

Department :

Individual Underwriting

Term :

Permanent Full-Time

Work Arrangements :

You will work from your home office 100% of the time. Occasionally, you may need to be in-person at our Waterloo, ON office or another location within the Waterloo Region, and sales roles may require travel.

The Opportunity :

Equitable is growing! We are seeking a Junior Underwriter to join our Individual Underwriting team. This role is vital to our success and offers a great opportunity to work at one of Waterloo Region’s Top Employers while developing your skills.

What you will be doing :

1. Learning and applying critical thinking skills in underwriting, including medical, financial, and non-medical risk factors.
2. Working both independently and as part of a team to provide a superior client experience.
3. Ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, consumer regulation, and reinsurance treaties related to privacy, disclosure, and risk classification.
4. Contributing to the continuous improvement of underwriting practices and procedures.
5. Building internal and external relationships to deliver a first-class experience.

What you will bring :

• Bilingual in French and English is an asset.
• Bilingual in Mandarin or Cantonese is also an asset.
• Post-secondary education, preferably in a health or medical field.
• Knowledge of Life and Health insurance products, with some underwriting experience preferred.
• Adaptability to a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, client-focused relationship skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning to stay current with medical and industry trends.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

What’s in it for you :

• Work-life balance and employee wellness focus.
• Annual bonus, vacation allowance, and paid benefits.
• Paid volunteer day annually.
• Immediate enrollment in the pension plan with employer matching.
• Inclusive environment with employee resource groups.
• Tuition support and specialized programs.
• Onsite cafeteria with diverse options.
• Product and service discounts, and exclusive perks.
• Regular team-building events.

Additional Requirements :

• Provide two professional references, including at least one supervisor.

To learn more about Equitable, please explore our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Contact our HR team for alternative formats or accommodations during the application process.