Senior Underwriting Consultant - Large Case

  • Lacombe
  • Equitable Life Of Canada
Senior Underwriting Consultant - Large Case Alberta, Canada ● Beaumont, AB, Canada ● Brosseau, AB T0B 0P0, Canada ● Grande Prairie, AB, Canada ● Lac des Arcs, AB T0L 2C0, Canada ● Lacombe, AB, Canada Req #2335 Friday, June 21, 2024 At Equitable, we realize that your work life is not just about performing a job; it's about being part of a workplace that helps you grow and reach your full potential. Within our friendly and collaborative work environment, we recognize that the key to our growth and success is a dedicated, motivated and client-responsive staff. Join Equitable today. Position Title: Senior Underwriting Consultant – Large Case Reports To: Director, Individual UnderwritingDepartment: Individual UnderwritingTerm: Permanent Full-Time  Work Arrangements: You will work from your home office 100% of the time. You may be required to be in-person at our office in Waterloo, ON or another assigned location within the Waterloo Region, on an as needed basis. Sales related roles may be required to travel based on the assignment. ​  ​​The Opportunity:​​ Equitable is growing and we are looking for a Senior Underwriting Consultant with large case experience. Our Underwriters assess life and critical illness products and contribute to specialized projects in both traditional and data-based underwriting. This position is critical to Equitable’s success and is a great opportunity to work at one of Waterloo Region’s Top Employers. ​What you will be doing:​ Apply strong and holistic underwriting expertise in all areas of underwriting, including medical, financial and non-medical risk factors for affluent and high net worth CanadiansProvide mentorship, training and co-signing to other underwritersConsistently maintain a high level of accountability in quality and quantity of work with favourable audit resultsEnsure service standards are met both independently and working collaboratively with other Underwriters to ensure Team successProvide a first-class client experience Participate in traditional and data-based projectsAssess claims, rescissions and reinstatements Prepare, present and lead development opportunities for our Distribution partners, colleagues, internal and external business partners Comply with legislative requirements, consumer regulation and reinsurance treaties as they apply to privacy, disclosure and risk classification Advocate for the continuous enhancement of the profession of underwritingStretching your risk-management skills and contributing to specialized projects in both traditional and data-based underwritingSome travel may be required ​What you will bring:​ Superior technical knowledge in medical, financial, and non-medical underwritingExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindsetComfortable in a dynamic work environment with the flexibility to adapt to shifting prioritiesOwners’ mindset for meeting individual and team goalsStrong reinsurance relationships with excellent negotiation skills Strong communication skills, written and verbalFluency in using data as an underwriting tool or the willingness to learn Overall curiosity in all that you do College or University degree or equivalent experience 5+ years of demonstrated professional experience as a Life and Critical Illness Underwriter with experience in the affluent and high net worth marketFLMI / FALU / CPU designation(s) or currently working towards themCommitment to continuous learning and participation in education enhancement to remain current with medical knowledge and industry underwriting trendsGood knowledge of MS Office Suite Bilingual in English, French, Cantonese, Mandarin is an asset What’s in it for you: A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mindAnnual bonus program, annual vacation allowance, and company-paid benefits program An additional paid volunteer day each year so you can spend time giving back to the communityImmediate enrollment in the company’s pension program with employer matchingEmployee resource groups that support an inclusive work environmentTuition support and specialized program assistance An onsite, full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily optionsDiscounts on company products and services, and access to exclusive employee perks Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration  ​As part of the recruitment/offer process you will be required to:​  Provide two professional references (minimum one supervisor and above)  To learn more about Equitable, we encourage you to explore our organization.At Equitable, we are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities across our organization. Please contact our HR team at if you would like to receive our job postings in an alternative format or require an accommodation with the application process.#LI-Remote Other details Job Family Individual Contributor Pay Type Salary Share this job: