Saskatoon or ReginaSaskatoon, SK S7K2C5, CANDescriptionSaskatchewan Blue Cross®, one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers, is currently recruiting for a full-time permanent Group Underwriter to join our team in the Underwriting department. This position offers the flexibility to be in-office or participate in hybrid options in our Saskatoon or Regina office.JOB FUNCTIONThe Group Underwriter is responsible for reviewing and evaluating group insurance applications within the group health, life, and disability income lines of business. This position supports the sales effort through the accurate and efficient assessment of both prospective and existing group business plans.WHY CHOOSE SASKATCHEWAN BLUE CROSS?We're driven by a mission to empower communities on their journey to whole health and wellness, and have a lot of exciting things ahead of us. We're improving our members' experiences through investment in our people, technology, services and products. When you join our team, you're joining an organization where employees are valued, recognized for their contributions and empowered to make us stronger. The wellbeing of our employees, our members, our partners and our communities is at the heart of our operations.Our industry is evolving fast, and so are we! We're looking for people who:Share our valuesBelieve that creating great experiences is totally within their controlCollaborate and always set others up for successBuild positive relationships and an understanding of what people's needs areSee solutions and possibilities (not problems!)Are simply outstanding at what they doDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESCommunicate underwriting information clearly to internal stakeholdersParticipate in meetings and presentations with team members and clients as neededAssist in maintaining departmental procedures and suggest improvementsAssist in collecting and organizing data for pricing and project analysisContribute to departmental initiatives and projects as requiredAssist in inputting data into multiple software systemsAnalyze and assess risk, calculate rates, and generate rate quotations for Group life, income replacement, health, and dental benefits using established factors and formulaeFollow established underwriting standards, guidelines, and procedures in line with industry practices and corporate objectivesAssist in modifying plan design to meet diverse client requirementsMaintain accurate documentation and up-to-date files, recording all key decisions and actionsAssist in maintaining the Department procedures manualAssist in reviewing quotes & renewals from other underwritersProvide sign-off for risks within your authority limit, as appropriateEscalate to Senior Group Underwriter for any risks outside established authority limitRespond to and elevate non‐standard requests appropriatelyQUALIFICATIONS & SKILLSCompletion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited post-secondary institution in Mathematical Sciences, Commerce, relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required1 -3 years of experience, within the insurance and/or health care industryGBA designation through the Certified Employee Benefits program (CEBS)



is requiredStrong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Word and Excel with an ability to easily learn recent software programsRobust mathematical and analytical ability with high attention to detailMust have a strong ability to create reports, spreadsheets, and logical graphical representation of dataProven professional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalDemonstrated ability to multi-task, handle shifting priorities and meet frequent deadlines while maintaining strict confidentialityResults oriented, highly motivated and self‐directed with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environmentStrong adherence to privacy and confidentiality standards and practicesLegally entitled to work in Canada on an unrestricted basisCriminal Record and background check satisfactory to Saskatchewan Blue CrossSaskatchewan Blue Cross is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.We are also deeply committed to Indigenous inclusion. We recognize the importance of lived experience, cultural knowledge, and traditional leadership. These are valued alongside conventional qualifications as part of our holistic approach to recruitment.

📌 Group Underwriter (Saskatoon)
🏢 Saskatchewan Blue Cross
📍 Saskatoon