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We are seeking experienced Senior Underwriting Consultants with a growth-minded, service-oriented approach who are ready to build specialized expertise and become High Net Worth Underwriters. Through Manulife’s comprehensive training program, you will gain the knowledge, tools, and support needed to confidently transition into this specialized market and set yourself up for success.\nWe offer industry-leading training and development opportunities within and beyond traditional underwriting roles. As a member of our exceptional team, you will receive structured learning, practical experience, and ongoing coaching while helping shape the future of insurance excellence.\nWhy Underwriting at Manulife\nAt Manulife, underwriting is where expertise, trust, and impact come together. In this role, you won’t just review files - you’ll own complex, meaningful decisions that help individuals and families secure their financial futures with confidence.\nYou’ll work with innovative underwriting tools and technologies that support strong judgment and better customer outcomes, allowing you to focus on the higher-value work your expertise is built for.\nWe’re equally invested in your growth. With clear career progression, hands-on learning alongside experienced peers, and strong support for professional development, Manulife offers an environment where underwriting careers are built for the long term - supported by flexible ways of working and a collaborative, people-first culture.\nThis is a work from home position, and we are open to candidates in any Canadian province.\nPosition Responsibilities:\nCommunicate and collaborate with sales and head office colleagues to provide the highest quality and competitive decisions to our high-net-worth customers. \nConduct risk assessment and classification by Manulife's philosophy and standards. \nMaintain positive and effective relationships with internal and external partners. \nConsistently deliver the best customer experience by making every interaction significant. \nAlign with consumer laws and regulations regarding risk classification, confidentiality and disclosure. \nIdentify and propose solutions to problems and procedures related to the underwriter's work. \nRequired Qualifications:\nMinimum of 5 years of underwriting experience. \n$5,000,000+ Life signing authority. \nDemonstrated interest in developing specialized expertise in the high-net-worth market; prior high-net-worth underwriting experience is an asset but is not required. \nSales and relationship-focused mindset with a drive for earning business and continuing to earn business in this competitive market. \nWorking towards, or completion of FALU, FLMI and ACS designations. \nStrong knowledge of medical terminology including physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, imaging, diagnostic testing and treatments. \nStrong knowledge in how non-medical risks impact mortality, including hazardous occupations, sports, avocations and lifestyle. \nExperience with financial reports and training in anti-money laundering practices. \nExcellent oral and written communication skills. \nPreferred Qualifications:\nBilingualism (English and French) is a strong asset. \n100,000+ CI authority. \nUniversity or college degree in a related discipline such as medical, research or financial. \nStrong negotiation skills. \nInterest in representing the company via external presentations, panels, or conferences. \nExperience in co-signing, referral reviews, mentoring, etc. \nIf the successful candidate is in Québec, proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.\nWhen you join our team:\nWe’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.\nWe’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.\nAs part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.\nThe role being advertised is an existing vacancy.\nAbout Manulife and John Hancock\nManulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.\nManulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer\nAt Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.\nIt 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 Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact .\nReferenced Salary Location\nCanada, Full Time RemoteWorking Arrangement\nRemoteSalary range is expected to be between\n$70,500.00 CAD - $117,500.00 CADEmployees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact  for the salary range for your location.\nManulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact  for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.\nWe use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. 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