ABOUT PACIFIC BLUE CROSS

Pacific Blue Cross (PBC) has been British Columbia’s leading benefits provider for over 80 years. We are an independent, not-for-profit society with strong roots in BC’s health care system. We provide health, dental, life, disability, and travel coverage to 1 in 3 British Columbians through employee group plans and individual plans.
We are fueled by a commitment to keep health care sustainable for all British Columbians. Through our PBC Health Foundation, we fund projects that improve health outcomes directly related to mental health and wellbeing as well as the prevention and/or management of chronic disease. We are interested in finding people who want to make a difference and who are looking to grow their career with us.

ABOUT THE POSITION

• We are searching for a permanent Director, Underwriting to join our Underwriting team.
• PBCs compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is $170,000 – $200,000 per year; the base pay offered is based on market and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. The starting salary will be determined based on a combination of skills, education, and experience.
  Are you ready to lead a dynamic Underwriting team in an impactful role that helps improve healthcare across BC? If you’re an experienced group underwriting leader with a passion for ensuring underwriting profitability through pricing, policies, and practices, we want to hear from you!
  We are a local not-for-profit health insurance provider seeking a Director, Underwriting to provide leadership across all areas of the Underwriting department. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organization that directly contributes to the health and well-being of our community.
  We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package and work-life balance. Our workplace culture values health and wellness, diversity and equality, continuing education, environmental sustainability and giving back to the community.
  This role is currently working hybrid from home and from our head office in Burnaby, BC. Apply this week if you would like to take on this role.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business Administration, Economics, Actuarial Sciences, or an equivalent field including or supplemented by courses in leadership/supervision.
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation or Fellow Life Management Institute (FLMI) designation, or equivalent.
• 10 - 12 years of related underwriting experience in the insurance industry.
• 7+ years of experience in progressively senior leadership positions.
• Experience with complex risk assessment, policy pricing, and regulatory compliance in underwriting.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing underwriting strategies to drive profitability and risk management.
• Strong background in data-driven decision-making, underwriting analytics, and portfolio management