Strategic Risk Assessment Specialist

7 days ago


Québec, Quebec, Canada iA Groupe financier iA Financial Group Full time

We are seeking an experienced underwriter to join our team in Quebec City, Montreal, or Toronto. This is a telework opportunity.

This role reports to the Director of Underwriting Operations and involves assessing risks to align with the company's profitability and risk management objectives. The underwriter will analyze medical and non-medical information for life, critical illness, and disability insurance.

The ideal candidate has a medical background or related experience and excellent knowledge of the insurance industry. They should possess strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and be able to work efficiently independently and as part of a team.

Main Responsibilities:

  1. Assess individual life, critical illness, and disability applications to make informed underwriting decisions.
  2. Analyze medical and non-medical information to identify potential risks and issues.
  3. Apply a holistic approach to overall risk assessment.
  4. Use underwriting guidelines and procedures to inform decisions.
  5. Evaluate accuracy and timeliness in completing underwriting tasks and processes.
  6. Communicate with stakeholders to clarify issues related to underwriting decisions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  1. 10+ years of underwriting experience in the individual life sector.
  2. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  3. Customer-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
  4. Strong written and oral communication skills.
  5. Proficiency in analyzing cases, including medical reports.
  6. Advanced level of English and French.
  7. Ability to negotiate, organize, and multi-task.
  8. Demonstrated ability to perform under high volume and tight deadlines.

We offer a competitive salary range based on experience: $120,000 - $180,000 per year.

iA Groupe financier / iA Financial Group offers a comprehensive compensation package, including benefits and opportunities for career growth.



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