Director, New Business and Underwriting

Job Description

Sun Life Canada is on an exciting journey of innovation and transformation to deepen our commitment to our One Sun purpose: to help clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. The New Business & Underwriting team oversees Life and Health insurance applications across multiple channels and client segments. From initial submission through underwriting decisions, issuance, and final settlement, this team ensures a seamless, client‑centric experience.

About the role:

The Director, New Business & Underwriting leads a large, multi-site team of Underwriters, Case Managers and New Business Administrators dedicated to delivering exceptional service to Top Advisors across the Sun Life and Independent Distribution channels.

Reporting to the AVP, New Business & Underwriting, this role provides strategic, operational, and people leadership to elevate advisor and Client experience, drive operational excellence, and champio...