Position Type:
Permanent
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The business focus of Group Underwriting is to establish, administer and manage customer focused financial solutions for new and existing group benefit programs that are in line with the company's growth and margin targets. The Group Underwriting Atlantic team are primarily responsible for the overall execution of the brokerage and corporate business for the Atlantic market.
The Business Lead, Group Underwriting Atlantic supports the overall workload, the day-to-day in-force activities of the various levels of Group Underwriters and will report directly to the Manager, Group Underwriting Atlantic. The Business Lead will also support any projects or initiatives to generate the efficiency of the Underwriting team. The Business Lead will collaborate extensively with sales, services, actuarial and other operational areas within Medavie Blue Cross to achieve its financial targets on the group health, life, and disability income lines of business.
This role is best suited for someone who brings a solid group underwriting expertise, has demonstrated superior coaching and mentoring ability, can take leadership in projects and initiatives; and ability to get buy-in from peers and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education: Completion of post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent work experience; GBA designation under CEBS program is strongly preferred.
Work Experience: At least five (5) years of relevant work experience; a portion being in a leadership role is considered an asset.
Computer Skills: Strong computer skills and experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Other Qualifications:
Language Skills: Bilingualism (French and English) is considered an asset but not required.
We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws. We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.