Group Benefits Underwriter

mcateer.ca

Multiple Locations
Base: $60,000 - $75,000 annually; bonus/equity: no...
On-site
Develop and maintain relationships with carriers
Analyze data and carrier proposals
Price new business opportunities
The Group Benefits Underwriter position at mcateer.ca involves evaluating group insurance policies and developing relationships with carriers, Account Managers, and brokers to ensure competitive insurance premiums. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in insurance and strong analytical and communication skills

Job Summary

  • The Underwriter reviews group insurance policies to evaluate risk and determine acceptance of applications, ensuring a balance between attracting and retaining customers.
  • Key responsibilities include developing relationships with carriers, preparing market specifications, pricing new business, and coordinating new business implementation.
  • The role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with computer proficiency in Excel being essential.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Group Benefits Underwriter position at mcateer.ca involves evaluating group insurance policies and developing relationships with carriers, Account Managers, and brokers to ensure competitive insurance premiums. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in insurance and strong analytical and communication skills.

Salary

Base: $60,000 - $75,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and maintain relationships with carriers
  • Analyze data and carrier proposals
  • Price new business opportunities
  • Identify plan/claims issues and recommend solutions
  • Prepare existing client renewal reporting
  • Support new sales and revenue growth

Nice-to-have

  • Focus on math, risk assessment or economics
  • Knowledge of group benefits industry
  • GBA designation is an asset

Key Requirements

  • 2-4 years previous related work experience
  • Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
  • Good analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Good verbal and conflict resolution ability
  • Good written and listening skills
  • Good teamwork skills
  • Good organizational skills & attention to detail
  • Computer proficiency in Excel

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Not specified

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