[Hiring] Group Underwriter Best Practice Intermediate Analyst @Medavie

Role Description

The Group Underwriting Best Practice Analyst’s main responsibility is to support the various tasks and projects, with a strong emphasis on systems integration, processes, and tools. To succeed in this role, the analyst will need to develop a deep understanding of the available resources and technologies used in Group Underwriting and actuarial, both internally and externally, and coordination with the IT department for continuous improvement.

• Support the execution of the Group Underwriting Best Practice roadmap and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and enhance Group Underwriting tools and systems to support efficient underwriting and actuarial processes.
• Partner with EIS/IT, Finance, Client Solutions, Sales, and other stakeholders to ensure underwriting tools and processes align with business objectives.
• Troubleshoot system issues, support system enhancements, and contribute to process optimization and automation initiatives.
• Maintain underwriting documentation and ensure consistency with current practices, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Analyze data and prepare reports, dashboards, and insights using tools such as Excel and Power BI to support decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Provide support and guidance to users of underwriting/actuarial systems and tools.

Qualifications

• Education: College diploma or post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Insurance, or a related field. A bachelor's degree would be considered an asset.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in Group Underwriting, Group Insurance, Actuarial, Business Analysis, or Project Management within the insurance industry.
• Certifications: GBA, CEBS, or other related industry certifications would be considered an asset.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of Group Insurance products, underwriting practices, systems, documentation, and processes. Proficiency with underwriting tools and advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI, Power Automate, VBA, reporting tools, system integrations, and process automation is considered an asset.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, recommend solutions, and manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences and collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment, supporting system enhancements, process improvement initiatives, and business projects while fostering positive working relationships and contributing to shared objectives.
• Language: Bilingualism (English and French) would be considered an asset.

Benefits

• Remote-First; we have flexible work arrangements and emphasis on work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, vision and dental plan that is 100% employer paid effective on your first day.
• 100% employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Annual Incentive Bonus which recognizes your contribution to our success.
• Paid vacation and additional Vacation Purchase Program.
• Wellness benefits, health resources and fitness center discounts.
• Career Growth: We offer a career path encouraging you to follow your passions, learn new skills and focus on growing your career with Medavie.