Bilingual Senior Group Underwriter (REMOTE)

Medavie Inc.; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance bonus

Flexible schedules

Work from home

Job summary

Medavie is hiring a Senior Group Underwriter to join our pricing team. You will help set pricing for group health, life and disability insurance, including RFP and renewal work, and draft financial agreements.

You’ll negotiate with advisors and clients, and support other departments while mentoring junior underwriters. Fluency in English and French is required for daily collaboration across teams; a post‑secondary degree in business or mathematics and 5–10 years in group insurance pricing are

Qualifications

• A post-secondary degree in business administration, mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, or finance.
• 5–10 years of experience in group insurance pricing or a related field.
• Strong Excel and Word skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent reasoning, judgment, and decision‑making abilities.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English; French proficiency required for cross‑team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Establish pricing during the RFP process.
• Establish renewal pricing and pricing for benefit modifications.
• Draft financial agreements and prepare related financial reports.
• Negotiate files with group insurance advisors.
• Meet with market intermediaries or clients to explain and negotiate files.
• Provide technical support to other departments and train juniors.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Time management

Teamwork

English/French communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, mathematics, actuarial science, statistics or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Position Type:PermanentIf you’re looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you’ve come to the right place.As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do — and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year.Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest — and it’s reflected in our award-winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential. Be part of it by applying for a position with us today.As a Senior Group Underwriter , you will work within a team of skilled and energetic employees like yourself, you will collaborate with the Group Insurance Pricing team to ensure that Medavie Blue Cross achieves its financial objectives for group health, life, and disability insurance sectors.What We Offer YouA stimulating and friendly work environment rooted in Medavie’s core values: (Caring, Accountable, Responsive, Innovative, and Community‑minded)Opportunities for all employees to take initiative, make suggestions, and think outside the boxA diverse team of colleagues with experience in various fieldsA health and dental care plan that is 100% employer‑paid from the first dayA performance bonus programA culture that strongly supports employee learning and professional developmentWork–life balance that includes flexible schedules and the possibility of working from homeAn environment focused on employee well‑being, with health assessment tools and funding for sports and wellness‑related activitiesYour Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesEstablish pricing during the request‑for‑proposal processEstablish renewal pricingEstablish pricing for benefit modificationsDraft financial agreements and prepare related financial reportsNegotiate files with group insurance advisorsWhen required, meet with market intermediaries or clients alongside the group insurance advisor to explain and negotiate filesParticipate in the ongoing training of junior and intermediate underwritersProvide technical support to other departments of the companyPerform any other related tasks or general duties required by the roleThe Ideal Candidate Would Have the Following SkillsA post‑secondary degree in business administration, mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, or finance5-10 years experience in group insurance pricingStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and WordExcellent reasoning, judgment, and decision‑making abilitiesStrong analytical skills and attention to detailExcellent time‑management skills and the ability to work in a constantly changing environment with multiple tasks and prioritiesExcellent negotiation skills and a passion for teamworkProficiency in English and French is required to perform the duties of this position, as it involves daily collaboration with teams and partners outside of Quebec who primarily communicate in English.#CBM1#LI-VS1Salary Range: $91,831 to $101,014 (CAD)This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization / Ce poste est actuellement vacant au sein de notre organisation.The Base Pay range may vary depending on the successful candidate or other relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and education/training. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Medavie employees may participate in various performance-based incentive programs. Payments under these programs are discretionary and subject to both individual and organizational results.We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws . We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.While Medavie may use automated tools, including AI, to support application screening, candidates are expected to complete all recruitment interactions independently—without AI assistance—to ensure a fair and equitable process.If you experience any technical issues throughout the application process, please email: [e-mail] .