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What is the role of a Underwriting Consultant at Jobgether?

The Underwriting Consultant position at Jobgether is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Consultant field.

Where is this Underwriting Consultant job located?

Canada Creek, Nova Scotia, B0P 1V0, Canada

What type of employment is offered for this Underwriting Consultant role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Underwriting Consultant job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Underwriting Consultant job near me in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

Underwriting Consultant

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Underwriting Consultant in Canada.

This role sits at the core of group benefits risk management, combining analytical expertise, client-facing interaction, and strategic underwriting decision-making. You will be responsible for assessing, pricing, and managing group insurance risk across a portfolio of clients, ensuring both profitability and long-term financial sustainability. The position offers strong exposure to complex client structures and high-value negotiations, while working closely with sales, operations, and advisory teams. You will also play a key role in onboarding new clients, helping shape their initial experience and establishing strong long-term relationships. Operating in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, you will balance technical underwriting rigor with business partnership and client responsiveness. This is an opportunity to influence both financial outcomes and customer satisfaction within a leading group benefits organization.

Accountabilities:

Establish and manage pricing, rates, and risk retention strategies for new and existing group benefits plans to ensure profitability targets are achieved.
Analyze and manage underwriting risk across a portfolio of group insurance clients, balancing financial discipline with customer needs.
Prepare detailed quotation submissions, including financial analysis, questionnaires, and complex plan structures.
Provide ongoing account management support, responding to client requests related to pricing, benefit changes, and plan adjustments.
Lead contract negotiations covering financial arrangements, service standards, and benefit design provisions.
Support onboarding of new clients by designing and implementing appropriate group benefit structures and ensuring smooth transition processes.
Collaborate with internal teams to align administrative capabilities and plan designs with underwriting and client requirements.
Contribute to improved operational performance and long-term portfolio profitability through data-driven decision-making.

Requirements:

Post-secondary education in business, mathematics, actuarial science, or a related analytical discipline.
3+ years of experience in group benefits underwriting or a related professional risk management role.
Strong understanding of the group insurance market, products, and underwriting principles.
Proven ability to assess risk, evaluate financial implications, and make balanced underwriting decisions.
Excellent analytical skills with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex financial and technical concepts to clients and internal stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience working with sales teams and supporting client-facing negotiations.
Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Bilingualism in French and English is considered an asset.
CEBS or GBA certification is an advantage.

Benefits:

Competitive salary ranging from CAD $70,500 to $117,500, based on experience and location.
Eligibility for incentive programs tied to individual and business performance.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and mental health coverage.
Retirement savings plans including pension and employer-matched contributions.
Paid time off including vacation, personal days, sick days, and statutory holidays.
Life, disability, and AD&D insurance coverage.
Flexible remote work arrangements supporting work-life balance.
Wellness programs, employee assistance plans, and professional development support.
Inclusive and diverse work environment with strong emphasis on equity and accessibility.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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Underwriting Consultant in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

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