[Hiring] Underwriting Director @Gen Re Corporation

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Underwriting Director to play a pivotal role in advancing our Canadian Life & Health reinsurance business. Reporting to the Chief Underwriting Officer, you will be entrusted with evaluating complex facultative risks—particularly large and high-net-worth cases—while delivering exceptional service to our clients. This is more than a technical underwriting role. It is an opportunity to shape market presence, build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and grow into broader strategic leadership responsibilities over time.

• Underwriting Excellence
  • Evaluate facultative cases—with a focus on large and complex risks—applying sound medical, financial, and non-medical underwriting judgment.
  • Ensure timely turnaround aligned with client service commitments.
• Client Partnership and Market Impact
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by providing technical expertise, thoughtful insights, and responsive support.
  • Build and sustain strong relationships through regular communication and in-person visits.
  • Represent Gen Re at industry conferences, client meetings, and underwriting forums.
• Strategic Contribution
  • Contribute to initiatives that enhance underwriting practices, operational efficiency, and enterprise risk management.
  • Track emerging industry trends and share insights with senior leadership to inform strategy.
  • Play an active role in strengthening Gen Re’s profile and value proposition in the Canadian marketplace.
• Collaboration and Leadership
  • Partner cross-functionally with Actuarial, Marketing, and Operations teams on projects and client initiatives.
  • Support contestable claims review when required.
  • Share insights from client interactions and contribute to internal knowledge development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of life underwriting experience, including large case underwriting.
• Strong expertise in medical, financial, and non-medical risk assessment.
• Approval authority of $10 million.
• Experience with critical illness and disability underwriting is highly valued.
• University degree (business, finance, economics, or related discipline preferred).
• FLMI, AALU, or FALU designation (completed or in progress), or a commitment to professional development.
• Exceptional judgment and a track record of delivering high-quality underwriting decisions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Self-directed, resourceful, and highly organized with excellent prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to build credibility and trust with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• High integrity and a strong alignment with Gen Re’s values and standards.

Requirements

• Fluency in English is required; French is an asset.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with experience and responsibility, along with the opportunity to grow into broader strategic leadership within a globally respected organization.
• Salary Range: 120,000.00 - 140,000.00 CAD.