Health Declaration Underwriter – 12‑Month Contract

Canadalife; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in the UK seeks a Medical Underwriter for a fixed-term contract in Bristol. This role focuses on completing health assessments accurately and efficiently while improving customer outcomes. Ideal candidates have experience in medical underwriting, familiarity with protection products, and possess an inquisitive mindset. A competitive salary and generous benefits package are offered, including a pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Personal and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to underwrite Health Declarations for multiple Protection product lines.
• Understanding of underwriting manuals and processes.
• Maintains underwriting knowledge with industry and market changes.

Responsibilities

• Challenge existing processes to improve customer outcomes.
• Work cohesively with team members for service excellence.
• Manage medical evidence requests and customer complaints.

Skills

Experience in Medical Underwriting

Customer centric approach

Inquisitive mindset

Education

GR1 or other industry recognised qualification

Job description

A financial services company in the UK seeks a Medical Underwriter for a fixed-term contract in Bristol. This role focuses on completing health assessments accurately and efficiently while improving customer outcomes. Ideal candidates have experience in medical underwriting, familiarity with protection products, and possess an inquisitive mindset. A competitive salary and generous benefits package are offered, including a pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.