Underwriting Director - Life and Health

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General Re Corporation, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. It owns General Reinsurance Corporation and General Reinsurance AG, which conducts business as Gen Re.Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of 38 offices, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.
Gen Re currently offers an excellent opportunity for an Underwriting Director to work in the Gen Re Life and Health operations based in our Toronto office.  This
role offers flexibility, with the option to work remotely or from our Canadian
office location.  Preference will be given to those candidates in the Toronto or Kitchener-Waterloo areas.  

Role Description
We
are seeking an experienced Underwriting Director to play a pivotal role
in advancing our Canadian Life & Health reinsurance business. Reporting to
the Chief Underwriting Officer, you will be entrusted with evaluating complex
facultative risks—particularly large and high-net-worth cases—while delivering
exceptional service to our clients.
This
is more than a technical underwriting role. It is an opportunity to shape
market presence, build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and grow
into broader strategic leadership responsibilities over time.
Responsibilities include:
Underwriting
Excellence

Evaluate facultative cases—with a
focus on large and complex risks—applying sound medical, financial, and
non-medical underwriting judgment

Ensure timely turnaround aligned with
client service commitments
Client
Partnership and Market Impact

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients
by providing technical expertise, thoughtful insights, and responsive
support

Build and sustain strong relationships
through regular communication and in-person visits

Represent Gen Re at industry
conferences, client meetings, and underwriting forums

Strategic
Contribution

Contribute to initiatives that enhance
underwriting practices, operational efficiency, and enterprise risk
management

Track emerging industry trends and
share insights with senior leadership to inform strategy

Play an active role in strengthening
Gen Re’s profile and value proposition in the Canadian marketplace

Collaboration and Leadership
Partner cross-functionally with
Actuarial, Marketing, and Operations teams on projects and client
initiatives

Support contestable claims review when
required

Share insights from client
interactions and contribute to internal knowledge development

Role Qualifications and Experience
Experience and Expertise

10+ years of life underwriting
experience, including large case underwriting

Strong expertise in medical,
financial, and non-medical risk assessment

Approval authority of $10 million

Experience with critical illness and
disability underwriting is highly valued
Credentials and Development
University degree (business, finance,
economics, or related discipline preferred)

FLMI, AALU, or FALU designation
(completed or in progress), or a commitment to professional development

Core
Competencies

Exceptional judgment and a track
record of delivering high-quality underwriting decisions

Strong communication skills, with the
ability to clearly explain complex concepts to diverse audiences

Self-directed, resourceful, and highly
organized with excellent prioritization skills

Proven ability to build credibility
and trust with clients and colleagues at all levels

High integrity and a strong alignment
with Gen Re’s values and standards

Additional
Requirements

Fluency in English is required; French
is an asset

Compensation and Growth
We
offer a competitive compensation package aligned with experience and
responsibility, along with the opportunity to grow into broader strategic
leadership within a globally respected organization.

Salary Range
120,000.00 - 140,000.00 CAD We
offer a competitive compensation package aligned with experience and
responsibility, along with the opportunity to grow into broader strategic
leadership within a globally respected organization.

Our Corporate Headquarters Address
General Reinsurance Corporation400 Atlantic Street, 9th FloorStamford, CT 06901 (US)
At General Re Corporation, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is the General Re Corporation's continuing policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, past or present disability , marital status, liability for service in the armed forces, veterans' status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Gen Re provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.