Group , Underwriting Analyst, Acera
Group Benefits, Underwriting Analyst, Acera Benefits - Kelowna
Feb 6, 2026Location:
Kelowna, British Columbia, CA
We put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Benefits offers an outstanding workplace and employee culture that creates valuable opportunities for all employees.
Our people are:
As a specialty division of Acera Insurance, we also proudly offer most employees the opportunity to become owners. With over 650 employee owners, Acera Insurance is the only Canadian brokerage that is widely owned by its employees. Our employee owners have a vested interest and get to share in Acera Insurance’s success — which they make possible.
Join our award-winning network of over 1,200 professionals across Canada and change the way people feel about insurance.
Job Details
Status:
Full-Time, Permanent
Location:
Kelowna, BC
Salary:
Acera’s total compensation offerings are based on pay for performance that recognizes exceptional individual, and company performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $55-000 - $65,000 CAD annually; the pay offering is based on location and will vary depending on related experience, proven knowledge, skills, and internal equity.
Job Purpose:
The Underwriting Analyst offers vital administrative, reporting, and analytical support to enhance decision-making through data utilization from various sources.
Essential Job Functions
Manage renewal email inbox and organize client documents
Utilize Acera Benefits Excel tool for data import and analysis
Conduct annual renewal analysis for group benefit plans
Collaborate with leadership to review and discuss renewal analysis findings when necessary
Present analysis and recommended rate actions to Employee Benefit Consultants
Negotiate renewal rates with insurers
Prepare client renewal reports
Obtain required reports from carrier sources
Analyze premium and claims experience, to identify additional reporting needs
Prepare interim reports and provide monthly renewals with commentary
Review billing statements monthly to ensure accuracy for completed renewals
Competencies & Qualifications
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Supports a climate in which teams want to do their best
Adaptable to working effectively as a team or independently with the ability to adjust to tight and changing priorities and deadlines.
Ability to maximize efficiencies by leveraging technology, tools resources and information
Self-guided learner & solves problems with real solutions
Working knowledge of insurance document management software
Skilled user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Completed or willingness to obtain GBA designation within an agreed upon timeframe
Acera Insurance is the largest independent, employee-controlled brokerage in Canada. With over 60 locations across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and the Yukon, and $1 billion in gross written premium, our team provides individuals, families and businesses unbiased insurance and risk management solutions that have a distinct Canadian perspective. Our collaborative work structure combines our people’s strength and expertise to offer greater value, knowledge, and resources to our personal and commercial clients nationwide, including comprehensive group benefits.
Acera Benefits is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to all forms of diversity in the workplace. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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