Job Description

Permanent Full Time




Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving growth and building high-performing teams? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation and collaboration are key? If so, we want to meet you!

We're looking for a dynamic

Manager of Mid-Market New Business

to lead our underwriting efforts in one of the most exciting and competitive segments of our business. This is your opportunity to shape the future of our Mid-Market portfolio and make a measurable impact on our success.

What You'll Do:

Lead a team

of talented underwriters focused on new business opportunities in the Group Life and Health Mid-Market segment.

Drive strategy

and execution to win profitable new business while maintaining pricing discipline and risk management.

Collaborate cross-functionally

with Business Development, Product, and Pricing teams to develop competitive, market-aligned solutions.

Coach and mentor

underwriters to elevate performance, decision-making, and engagement.

Analyze trends

and provide insights to inform pricing strategies and underwriting guidelines.

Champion innovation

by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the new business experience.

What You Bring:

An intensely competitive spirit and strong desire to win in the marketplace. Proven leadership experience or a strong desire to step into a leadership role. An ability to think outside the box, be solution-oriented, and make good business decisions. Strong financial acumen Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. A growth mindset and a passion for developing people and processes. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism (fluent in French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only as the position will regularly serve our clients with French and English-speaking needs.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a

high-impact team

that's shaping the future of our organization. Enjoy a

collaborative culture

where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. Access to

career development opportunities

, mentorship, and leadership training. A chance to

make your mark

in a role that blends strategy, leadership, and innovation.


Ready to lead the charge in Mid-Market growth?

Apply now

and help us build the future of underwriting.

The base salary for this position is between

$76,400.00

- $141,400.00

annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.



Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.



Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!



Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.



You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.



Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.



Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.



We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.



It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.



Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.



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