Senior Group Underwriter

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.Job Description:Location: hybridSun Life is looking for an experienced Group Insurance Underwriter. The successful candidate will be responsible for the risk selection and pricing of Group Life, Disability, Health, Dental and Critical Illness benefits. This includes renewing our existing business, providing pricing and advice on plan change requests as well as assessing new business opportunities. You will work closely with our sales team to meet sales and profitability objectives as well as client needs.What will you do?Complete renewals, quotations and respond to client requests within service standardsDevelop a strong understanding of our products and services, underwriting guidelines, systems and tools, pricing methodologies and the marketplaceAssess risk and determine the price, financial and contractual conditions of Sun Life's Group Benefits offering for each Plan SponsorDevelop an understanding of the administrative, contractual, and legislative Group Benefits environmentBuild strong relationships with our salespeople, working in partnership with them to sell renewals and quotationsWork with our salespeople to ensure a clear understanding of our clients, their needs, and their respective risk profilesStrive to meet client needs, including providing insight and creative solutions to help solve client issues around risk and cost of their group benefits planWhat you need to succeed?Minimum of 5 years of group underwriting experienceBilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required for the frequent interactions with English and French-speaking colleagues or internal partners across Canada and worldwideExcellent numerical and analytical skillsA thoughtful approach to decision making with an ability to apply judgement to unique situationsA solutions mindset where you can balance the needs for profit against growthA curiosity about our clients and their needs where you are constantly looking for creative ways to do the best for us and themAbility to negotiate and make decisive timely decisionsAbility to work effectively with Microsoft Office (proficient with Excel)Highly organized with excellent time management skillsAbility to work independently while being focused on team results and spiritExcellent interpersonal skills and strong cross-functional team skillsAbility to clearly explain your decisions, both written and verbalReasons why you should join us under the sunOpportunities to own your career development with programs to continuously learn, build skills, grow through coaching and moreAn environment of continuous learning that combines formal training with independent progress-driven challengesCareer progression opportunities within Underwriting and across various other career paths at Sun LifeA supportive and interactive team environmentFlexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your familySalary Range: 56,000 - 93,000Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to [email protected] Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr