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Position Title: Co-op - Individual Underwriting

Reports To: Director, Individual Underwriting Operations

Department: Individual Insurance

Term: Temporary Full-Time, Eight (8) Months

Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every other week, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.

Important Application Instructions: This role is open only to students currently enrolled in a formal co-op program through their post-secondary institution.

To confirm your eligibility, please upload proof of co-op enrollment (e.g., a letter from your school or a screenshot from your student portal, Work Term Record/Transcript etc.).

You will have the option to upload this document during the Candidate Information section at the bottom of the application form. Applications without proof of co-op eligibility may not be considered.

The Opportunity: Equitable is growing! We are looking for a Co-op – Individual Underwriting to join our Individual Insurance Underwriting Team as an Underwriting Coordinator. This role will provide support with reinsurance processes, underwriting evidence as well as collecting and using data to detail insights. The Underwriting Coordinator works closely with the Underwriting ensuring preparing medical evidence to be used to assess morbidity and mortality for life and living benefits insurance purposes. Now is an exciting time to join one of the Waterloo Area’s Top Employer for 2025 and Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers!

What you will be doing:

• Communication information to reinsurers, clients, advisors and third parties regarding underwriting evidence and decision
• Investigate and work with multiple vendors and appropriate experts regarding fee approvals to determine solutions to ensure effective cost management of doctor reports, medical exams and lab tests
• Participate in a variety of underwriting production and innovation projects
• Track and analyze data used at different stages of the underwriting cycle

What you will bring:

• Clear writing, listening and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Attention to detail/accuracy
• Knowledge of Microsoft tools, with above average knowledge of Excel with the ability to create charts, reports and analyze data.

What’s in it for you:

• A workplace where care, passion, and curiosity aren’t just values, they’re how we work, grow, and succeed together every day
• A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mind
• We value open, honest communication between team members, challenging each other to continually improve
• Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment
• An onsite, full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily options
• Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration
• Compensation package includes:
• In Lieu of Benefits – 4% added to each bi-weekly pay
• In Lieu of Vacation – 4% added to each bi-weekly pay
• Employer provided equipment
• Opportunity to participate in our buddy program dedicated to Co-op students

As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be asked to complete an assessment and will be required to undergo background screening, in accordance with company policy.

This position is available due to an existing vacancy.

We are dedicated to inclusive and accessible hiring practices. If you require accommodations or alternative formats, please contact us at careers@equitable.ca.