Senior Underwriting Consultant – High Net Worth Development Program

Manulife

. Communicate and collaborate with sales and head office colleagues to provide high-quality and competitive decisions to high-net-worth customers .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSenior💰 CA$70,500 - CA$117,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive underwriting expertise with a focus on high-net-worth clients, strong knowledge of medical terminology, and compliance with consumer laws. Proven ability to build relationships and deliver exceptional customer experiences while navigating complex risk assessments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Underwriting ExperienceLife Signing AuthorityFALU, FLMI, ACS DesignationsMedical Terminology KnowledgeBilingualism (English and French)

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentNon-Medical Risk AnalysisFinancial ReportingAnti-Money Laundering PracticesNegotiation Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship ManagementProblem SolvingSales Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

FALUFLMIACS

Industry Keywords

High-Net-Worth UnderwritingConsumer LawsConfidentialityDisclosureMortality Risks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Communicate and collaborate with sales and head office colleagues to provide high-quality and competitive decisions to high-net-worth customers
Conduct risk assessment and classification according to Manulife's philosophy and standards
Maintain positive and effective relationships with internal and external partners
Deliver the best customer experience by making every interaction significant
Comply with consumer laws and regulations regarding risk classification, confidentiality, and disclosure
Identify and propose solutions to problems and procedures related to underwriting work
Complete Manulife’s training program to transition into specialized high-net-worth underwriting
Help shape the future of insurance excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience
$5,000,000+ Life signing authority
Demonstrated interest in developing specialized expertise in the high-net-worth market
Sales and relationship-focused mindset with a drive for earning business and continuing to earn business
Working towards, or completion of FALU, FLMI and ACS designations
Strong knowledge of medical terminology including physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, imaging, diagnostic testing and treatments
Strong knowledge of how non-medical risks impact mortality, including hazardous occupations, sports, avocations and lifestyle
Experience with financial reports and training in anti-money laundering practices
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Bilingualism (English and French) is a strong asset
100,000+ CI authority
Strong negotiation skills
University or college degree in a related discipline such as medical, research or financial is preferred
Interest in representing the company via external presentations, panels, or conferences
Experience in co-signing, referral reviews, mentoring, etc.
If the successful candidate is in Québec, proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-leading training and development opportunities
Structured learning, practical experience, and ongoing coaching
Flexible ways of working
Health, dental, mental health, and vision benefits
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance coverage
Adoption/surrogacy benefits
Wellness benefits
Employee/family assistance plans
Retirement savings plans, including pension
Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
Financial education and counseling resources
Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
Statutory leaves of absence