Director of Advanced Underwriting

2 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sun Life Full time
Job Description

At Sun Life, we're seeking a seasoned Underwriter to lead our Advanced Underwriting team. As a Director of Advanced Underwriting, you'll be responsible for reviewing and analyzing complex medical, personal, and financial information to evaluate eligibility and risk for high-net-worth clients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze insurance applications and evidence of insurability, applying holistic underwriting expertise to make sound and competitive decisions.
  • Negotiate internal decisions with reinsurers, adhering to reinsurance treaties and internal rules.
  • Effectively communicate and explain decisions to advisors and clients, leveraging our Client for Life Principles.
  • Build strong relationships with business leaders, distribution teams, and advisors, delivering exceptional service and expertise.
  • Focus on continuous improvement, identifying areas for growth and recommending solutions.
  • Contribute to a positive environment through teamwork, innovation, and professional development.
  • Mentor and grow staff to the next levels of their careers.
Requirements:
  • Decision-making authority for cases exceeding $10,000,000.
  • Exceptional analytical, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Client and results focus, with a proactive service orientation to support business goals.
  • Strong knowledge of medical and financial risk factors.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines and balancing priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for collaborative work with internal and external partners.
  • 10-15 years of experience as an Individual Life Underwriter.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
  • Specialized training: ALU certificate and commitment to ongoing education, with a goal of attaining FALU and FLMI designations.
  • Bilingualism (French and English) is required for Quebec-based interactions.
What We Offer:
  • A caring, supportive, and inclusive culture.
  • Supportive leadership focused on your success and well-being.
  • Continuous improvements to enhance your work and our clients' experience.
  • Sustainability commitments to create a cleaner, more inclusive, and sustainable future.
  • Flexible benefits, pension plan participation, stock ownership program, pay for performance reward, paid vacation, and sabbatical program.


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