Underwriting Consultant

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director, Underwriting, the Underwriting Consultant assumes responsibility for the risk selection in order to meet departmental objectives.

Responsibilities

• Underwrites complex facultative underwriting risks, according to RGA underwriting guidelines
• Possesses an advanced understanding of both medical and financial underwriting techniques, and stays current on related industry trends and advancements
• Ability to apply technical knowledge to complex case works
• Has a solid understanding of high net worth sales concepts and their application in the market
• Provides advanced technical expertise and support to client companies
• Demonstrates ability to work productively in high pressure environment and effectively and proactively manage challenging situations
• Acts independently on large and/or complicated cases, within specified authority
• Co-signs cases from more junior underwriters and provides guidance, training and mentoring
• Actively supports the department management by providing input, assisting in training, leading team discussions, participating in projects, and being a positive contributor to the resolution of technical or client issues
• Liaises with other RGA departments to share knowledge and assist with client projects, as necessary
• Participates in RGA events and industry activities & fosters relationships with key clients

Requirements

• College diploma or University degree or equivalent working experience
• 7-10 years of experience in direct or reinsurance underwriting, working in High Net Worth and large case underwriting
• FLMI or FALU designations, or significant progress towards obtaining these or other related industry designations
• Bilingual French/English (oral and written) is required given the need to communicate orally and in writing with a predominantly English-speaking clientele based outside of Quebec.
• Multiple lines of business (Life, DI, CI) an asset

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, insurance and contract law, and accounting principles as applied to risk selection
• Ability to make complex decisions based on limited data, and explain the basis of those decisions
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid time management & organizational skills
• Ability to read and comprehend a large volume of advanced medical and complex financial information in a timely fashion
• Works effectively as a positive influencer and contributes to ideas and solutions
• Proactively builds strong interpersonal relationships with colleagues and clients
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, flexible and creative
• Strong client focus

Company Overview

RGA aims to create a culture where individuals are valued, feel a sense of belonging and are respected for their differences - a workplace where all employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.

RGA Canada is part of an internationally growing company and offer a dynamic team environment.

Visit our Internet Site www.rgare.com to find out more about us.

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