Senior Underwriting Consultant

Senior Underwriting Consultant - Large CaseToronto, ON, CanadaJob DescriptionPosted Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 4:00 AMAt Equitable, we believe work should be a place where you feel supported, inspired, and empowered to grow. In our caring and collaborative environment, your curiosity is encouraged, your passion is recognized, and your contributions truly matter. Together, we create meaningful impact—for our clients, our communities, and each other.Position Title: Senior Underwriting Consultant – Large CaseReports To: Director, Individual UnderwritingDepartment: Individual UnderwritingTerm: Permanent Full-TimeWork 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: At Equitable, our focus is on making a meaningful impact in the lives of Canadians by putting clients at the heart of everything we do. We lead with empathy, act with intention, stay curious, and support one another every step of the way. If you're looking for purpose-driven work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your voice is heard, and your growth is encouraged we’d love to connectOur Underwriters assess life and critical illness products and contribute to specialized projects in both traditional and data-based underwriting. Join one of the Waterloo Area’s Top Employers for 2025 and Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers for 2024 and be part of something that matters .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 successParticipate in traditional and data-based projectsAssess claims, rescissions and reinstatementsPrepare, present and lead development opportunities for our Distribution partners, colleagues, internal and external business partnersComply with legislative requirements, consumer regulation and reinsurance treaties as they apply to privacy, disclosure and risk classificationAdvocate 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 requiredWhat 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 skillsStrong communication skills, written and verbalFluency in using data as an underwriting tool or the willingness to learnOverall curiosity in all that you doCollege or University degree or equivalent experience5+ 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 SuiteBilingual in English, French, Cantonese, Mandarin is an assetWhat’s in it for you:A workplace where care, passion, and curiosity aren’t just values, they’re how we work, grow, and succeed together every day.A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mindAnnual bonus program, annual vacation allowance, and company-paid benefits programGenerous vacation package with one volunteer day to give back to a charity of your choiceImmediate enrollment in the company’s pension program with employer matchingEmployee resource groups that support an inclusive work environmentTuition support and specialized program assistanceAn onsite, full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily optionsDiscounts on company products and services, and access to exclusive employee perksRegular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaborationAs part of the recruitment process, candidates may be asked to complete an assessment and will be required to undergo background screening, in accordance with company policy.This position is available due to an existing vacancy.We are dedicated to inclusive and accessible hiring practices. If you require accommodations or alternative formats, please contact us at careers@equitable.ca . #J-18808-Ljbffr