Underwriter

Build the future with us

Are you driven by the insurance industry and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As an Underwriter, you will play a key role in assessing risks associated with disability, life insurance, and critical illness insurance applications, supporting underwriting decisions that align with the organization’s risk and profitability objectives.

This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you'll accomplish with us

As an Underwriter, you'll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

• Assess risks related to disability, life insurance, and critical illness insurance applications to make informed underwriting decisions.

• Analyze medical and non-medical information to identify potential risks and concerns.

• Apply a holistic approach when assessing overall risk.

• Use underwriting guidelines and procedures to make sound underwriting decisions.

• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of underwriting tasks and processes.

• Communicate with internal and external clients, as well as stakeholders, to obtain additional information or clarify issues related to underwriting decisions.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We're looking for someone who:

• Is known for their strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Stands out for their ability to analyze case files, including medical reports, to accurately assess risk and make underwriting decisions.

• Demonstrates strong ability to manage high volumes of work while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high quality standards.

• Is recognized for their client- and advisor-focused mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

• Has a minimum of 2 years of underwriting experience in the individual disability insurance field, along with experience in individual life insurance and critical illness insurance.

• Intermediate level of English proficiency, as the role involves communicating daily with English-speaking clients and partners across Canada through emails and phone calls.

Why you'll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

• AI is in everyone's hands, empowering you to increase your personal effectiveness while supporting the organization's growth;

• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;

• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

Competitive Benefits

• Flexible group insurance plans

• Competitive retirement savings plan

• Employee share purchase plan

• Vacation program, wellness days, and personal development days

• Telemedicine services

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

• Ergonomic furniture program

• Performance bonus

• Discounts on iA products

• And much more!

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!

Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply. Your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!