Group Underwriting Consultant - Vancouver, Canada - The Co-operators

The Co-operators

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Overview:

Company:

CLIC

Number of Positions: 1

Language:
Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.

Work Model:
Hybrid

Alternate Title:
n/a

Additional Information:

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy.

That's why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose.

The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

Our Group Benefits team is a leader in our target markets through service excellence and innovative technology and products.

Influenced by our co-operative values, our team of experts work collaboratively with clients to deliver solutions that meet their business needs.

How you will create impact:

Mentors and coaches underwriting team with respect to technical underwriting issues, including methodology, philosophy, decision making, problem solving and processes.
Responsible to retain/maintain a profitable assigned portfolio of business consisting of complex, high profile clients and block arrangements of all financial arrangement type.
Strategize and negotiate with key stakeholders regarding plan design, deviations, expenses, price, rate guarantees and rate increase capping to attain new business and renew existing business.
Maintain knowledge of industry related information, including mental health and wellness initiatives, economic changes, provincial drug plans and updates to legislation
Responsible for the interpretation of underwriting guidelines, principles, rating analysis and pricing questions posed by Underwriters, Underwriting Support, Sales and Brokers/Consultants.
Builds and maintains positive relationships with Sales, Brokers, Consultants, and TPA's which contributes to our positive company reputation; retention and growth strategies.

How you will succeed:

You have an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies and ability to influence change, with a primary focus on client needs.
You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions and proactively propose solutions.
You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.
You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues.

To join our team:

You have seven years of experience in Group Benefits Insurance or a related field.
You have a postsecondary education in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Statistics, Math or Actuarial.
You have the Group Benefits Associate (GBA) designation, Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation, Health Insurance Association of America (HIAA) certification, Associate, Customer Service (ACS) certification.
You have expert knowledge of Group Underwriting principals including the manual and experience rating methodology.
You have thorough knowledge and understanding of group insurance Financial Arrangements including Refund and Retention, Pooled and Administrative Services Only (ASO) and Block arrangement concepts.

What you need to know:

Detail oriented work that requires continuous mental concentration for extended periods of time.

What's in it for you?:

Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
A holistic approach to your wellbeing, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
A comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, bonus, pension and benefits.

Interested in applying?:

Co-operators is focused on fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment and we encourage individuals from all identity groups to apply.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager.