Advanced Underwriting Leadership Position

6 days ago


Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Sun Life Full time
Job Overview

Sun Life is seeking an experienced Advanced Underwriter to join our High Net Worth Team. In this role, you will play a key part in evaluating eligibility and risk for high-value applications.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze insurance applications and evidence of insurability
  • Apply holistic underwriting expertise to make sound and competitive decisions
  • Negotiate internal decisions with reinsurers
  • Communicate and explain decisions effectively to advisors and clients
  • Build strong relationships with business leaders, distribution teams, and advisors
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need exceptional analytical, judgement, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. You should have a client and results focus, pro-active service orientation, and strong knowledge of medical and financial risk factors.

You will also need the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines, and balance competing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for collaborative work with internal and external partners.



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