Group Underwriter

The Opportunity: At Equitable our focus is on making a meaningful impact in the lives of Canadians by putting clients at the heart of everything we do. We lead with empathy act with intention stay curious and support one another every step of the way. If youre looking for purpose-driven work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your voice is heard and your growth is encouraged wed love to connect. We are looking for a Group Underwriter to join our Underwriting team! Join one of the Waterloo Areas Top Employers for 2025 and Southwestern Ontarios Top Employers for 2024 and be part of something that Title: Group UnderwriterReports To: Manager Group UnderwritingDepartment: Group Insurance Term: Permanent Full-TimeWork Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo ON a minimum of two (2) assigned consecutive days every other week plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum you will be doing:Underwrite group benefits requests and existing case businessScreen group requests to request missing information clarify specifications and assess the risk involved to select quality businessSet final rates through experience rating and considering all other characteristics of the riskNegotiate final rates with Group Account Executives and AdvisorsTake appropriate action on requests for special rate reviews and effectively communicate final decisionsWork closely with the Group Underwriting Assistant ensuring you have a good understanding of the assistant role and providing coverage as neededWhat you will bring:Good knowledge of group plans acquired through a minimum of 2 3 years of group benefits experienceDeductive reasoning problem solving ability and flexibility of decision makingGood interpersonal skillsEnthusiasm with an interest in working in a changing environmentGood verbal and written communication skills as well as negotiation skillsGood organizational and time management abilitiesStrong mathematical abilityInterest in completing Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS examinations particularly those pertaining to Group Benefits)Bilingual in French and English spoken and written is preferred Whats in it for you:A workplace where care passion and curiosity arent just values theyre how we work grow and succeed together every day.A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mindAnnual bonus program annual vacation allowance and company-paid benefits program Generous vacation package with one volunteer day to give back to a charity of your choiceImmediate enrollment in the companys pension program with employer matchingEmployee resource groups that support an inclusive work environmentTuition support and specialized program assistance An onsite full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily optionsDiscounts on company products and services and access to exclusive employee perks Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaborationAs part of the recruitment process candidates may be asked to complete an assessment and will be required to undergo background screening in accordance with company Equitable were committed to fair pay and an inclusive accessible hiring experience. If you need accommodations or alternative formats at any stage just reach out to us at were happy to base pay will be based on your skills qualifications experience and addition to your salary this role is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award tied to business performance plus a wide range of competitive youre selected to move forward our Talent Acquisition team will walk you through all the details of our total rewards program so you know exactly whats included.