Advanced Markets Underwriting Director
EquitableWaterloo, Ontario, Canada
Posted February 25, 2026
122000 - 172000 CAD
Full Time
About the Company
Equitable, a division of Equitable Holdings, Inc., is a leading U.S. financial services firm providing comprehensive life insurance, retirement, and advisory solutions to individuals, families, and small businesses. Founded in 1859, the company blends a long-standing heritage of financial stewardship with modern expertise to help clients secure their financial well-being through tailored advice, protection, and retirement strategies. Its portfolio includes Equitable Financial Life Insurance Company, Equitable Financial Life Insurance Company of America, Equitable Distributors, and Equitable Advisors, all regulated by FINRA and SIPC. Equitable distinguishes itself by combining deep industry experience with a client-centric approach that emphasizes long-term financial security.
Job Description
At Equitable, we're looking for an Advanced Markets Underwriting Director to lead our Underwriting team. The role involves overseeing complex UHNW and Large Case underwriting, delivering a high-touch experience, and ensuring underwriting decisions align with Equitable's pricing and risk philosophy.
Requirements
- 15+ years as professional underwriter, with 5 years of proven leadership
- Deep understanding of the market, awareness of trends and emerging risks, and leads the team to deliver a client-first solution
- Expertise in compliance, claims, rescission, fraud, and legal implications associated with underwriting
- Expert knowledge in all aspects of risk assessment: medical, non-medical, foreign travel, financial underwriting principals
- Proven leadership and or mentorship experience in developing underwriters, especially in the Advanced Markets space.
Benefits
- Incentive pay
- Annual salary reviews
- Employer-paid benefits
- Pension matching
- Vacation
- One paid volunteer day each year