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Compensation & Benefits At Wawanesa, salary is just one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. Full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs, generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and a pension plan. The salary offered for this role is estimated to be within the following range: $85,000 to $100,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply. The salary is determined taking into account factors such as work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity, and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. About Us At Wawanesa, we offer a hybrid work environment that provides flexibility to employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week or 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. Employees may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB; Kitchener, ON. The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (''Wawanesa Mutual''), founded in 1896, is one of Canadas largest mutual insurers, with over 3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of 10 billion (CAD). With its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, it is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves over 1.7 million members and employs more than 3,300 employees across Canadian regions and communities. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than 3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over 2 million a year to support people on the front lines of climate change. We are also proud to be recognized as one of Manitobas Top Employers. Job Overview The Group Underwriting Consultant is responsible for driving Wawanesas group underwriting strategy and expanding technical capabilities. They partner closely with the Sales team and Group Leadership and are responsible for analyzing and determining the acceptability of complex and high-premium business according to company guidelines. They also support the leadership in coaching and supporting a team of Underwriters focused on growing our block of business. Job Responsibilities Client relationship management, partnering and supporting clients and sales partners. Bringing win/win solutions for all parties. Working closely with leadership to develop and deliver pre- and post-renewal strategies, supporting the financial requirement of all parties. Perform risk analysis using group underwriting principles and tools as well as external data sources for quoting, negotiating, and authorizing the acceptance of risk. Review complex group insurance requests for quotations and underwriting requirements to evaluate risk through assessment of claim history, occupational hazards, financial background, insurable interest, and other pertinent information for all group insurance lines of business. Assist with preparing marketing specifications, review and prepare cost comparisons of carrier proposals. Communicate decisions and respond to clients, brokers, agents and third-party distributors promptly and professionally. Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with internal and external clients. Maintain a full understanding of the group insurance markets, funding alternatives, networks and benefit plan options. Contribute through knowledge sharing to long-term plans relating to all group insurance products and services. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Postsecondary education in Actuarial Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Data Science, or related fields. Completed Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation. 10+ years of increasingly responsible and complex work with a focus on underwriting in the group insurance industry. Strong working knowledge of group insurance products, services and distribution models. Expert understanding of various underwriting and pricing methodologies, including association business, block pricing and flexible benefit plans. Significant experience with all common funding arrangements, such as fully insured, ASO, and retention/refund accounting. Prior experience with the Global IQX Underwriting Platform an asset. Selfmotivated, highly driven, team player with the ability to work independently. Ability to prioritize timesensitive deadlines in a fastpaced environment. Desire and demonstrated continuous learning within the group insurance industry. Excellent attention to detail and ability to review information carefully and comprehensively. Strong mathematical, analytical and problemsolving skills with ability to identify, develop and implement appropriate solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present information convincingly. Strong timemanagement skills with ability to handle changing priorities and fluctuating work volumes to meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, customer service and conflictresolution skills. Leverage negotiation skills. Excellent decisionmaking skills with ability to provide justification. Ability to multitask and monitor progress to meet deadlines. Ability to adapt to change and perform effectively under pressure. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialised persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, genderdiverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to . All Wawanesa job applicants are subject to Wawanesas Privacy Policy. Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. 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