Chief Manager, Global Underwriting Philosophy Design

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RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today’s challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World’s Most Admired Companies, we’re the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

General Summary:

As a key member of the Global Underwriting Philosophy Design Team, you will report to the Associate Director, Global Underwriting Philosophy Design and work alongside other members of the team in the ongoing development of RGA’s Global Underwriting Manual Philosophy. The role involves combining analytical thinking and advanced research skills to transform complex underwriting, medical, regulatory and actuarial data into clear, structured and actionable underwriting guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and publish high quality research-based guidelines for medical and non-medical risks.

• Collaborate closely with regional and local teams, including medical directors, and data scientists (R&D) to develop global underwriting guidelines.

• Develop client communication materials to highlight RGA's global underwriting philosophy.

• Develop robust professional relationships with RGAs Global medical directors, data scientists, and local office stakeholders, both within underwriting and across other functions.

• Keep abreast of the latest developments, innovations, and trends within the industry.

• Contribute to a positive working environment with teamwork and a spirit of innovation.

• Support the Associate Director, Global Underwriting Philosophy Design in various initiatives as required.

• Involvement with various other training & development, research, and underwriting related projects as required.

• Performs backup support and other duties as assigned.

• Participate in RGA events and industry activities

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work-related experience (minimum 8 years).

• 7+ years of life and living benefits underwriting experience (Critical Illness and disability income experience is a necessity) in a reinsurance environment, or 10 years in a direct office.

• Good technical knowledge of underwriting systems.

Preferred:

• ACS, ALU, FLMI, FALU or CLU accreditation, or progress towards accreditation.

• Over 10 year’s reinsurance underwriting experience.

• Data analytics experience

• Language skills are an asset.

What you can expect from RGA:

• Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.

• Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.

• Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.

We’re excited to get to know you and connect your unique skills with our global opportunities. To create a modern and seamless experience, we use artificial intelligence (AI) in parts of our preliminary screening process. This technology helps us personalize job recommendations, automate interview scheduling, evaluate candidates based solely on experience—without considering name, gender, or other personal details—and provide real-time answers through our chatbot. AI is used only during early screening and never makes hiring decisions. Your RGA recruiter will work closely with you every step of the way to ensure the process feels personal, thoughtful, and focused on you.