Full-Time

Chief Medical Officer

Global Medical Team

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Sun Life

Sun Life

10,001+ employees

Provides financial services and insurance products

Compensation Overview

$161.6k - $258.6k/yr

+ Discretionary Annual Incentive Award

Expert

Toronto, ON, Canada + 6 more

More locations: Milwaukee, WI, USA | Kansas City, MO, USA | Needham, MA, USA | Hartford, CT, USA | Portland, ME, USA | Baltimore, MD, USA

Remote position for U.S. employees; candidates must be based in the U.S.

Category
Physicians & Surgeons
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • MD with 10-15 years of insurance medicine experience
  • Extensive knowledge of Insurance Medicine and Life Insurance, Clinical Medicine and Human Pathology
  • Medical degree from an accredited medical school in United States, Canada or equivalent
  • Strong mathematical acumen and at a minimum, a basic understanding of Insurance Pricing
  • Extensive industry knowledge of medical underwriting and risks associated with various parts of the world
  • Statistical analysis skills and a familiarity with statistical tools and research methodology
  • Strong background in technical and medical research with technical writing skills
  • Ability to actively monitor and review changing medical science with an ability to recognize its applicability to insurance medicine
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to work as part of a small team, both in a leadership role and as a contributing member is critical
  • Creative problem solving skills
  • Flexibility of thought and openness to new ideas
  • The ability to motivate and maintain a positive work environment is vital
  • As a leader, able to delegate work, promote cooperation amongst the staff and resolve conflicts in a manner which encourages good work relations
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of MDs across the global Sun Life enterprise to maintain exemplary service standards and quality of work provided on case consultations to the Life Underwriters who hold a variety of approval limits, including large multi-million lines of coverage
  • Maintaining an industry presence, building and maintaining networks and relationships with internal and external partners and keeping informed of developing medical and technical advancements as well as an awareness of industry rules and regulations that may affect underwriting
  • Ensuring company remains at the forefront of underwriting by actively monitoring and reviewing changing medical science and translating its applicability to insurance medicine, conducting research, drawing conclusions and making recommendations appropriate for underwriting
  • Responsible for participating and developing the medical content of the proprietary underwriting manual WWUM (Sun Life World Wide Underwriting Manual). Translate complex medical research into underwriting guidelines
  • Consulting and providing input/content for underwriting-related marketing, educational and promotional materials for various health associated causes supported by Sun Life
  • Providing education to Sun Life Global Underwriting teams
  • Consulting with Underwriting audit team on case assessments
  • Acting as secondary liaison with reinsurance Medical Directors
  • Liaison for our high cost drug business to determine veracity, efficacy of newly approved (FDA) drugs for rare diseases
  • Providing medical support for the International divisions and corporate Chief underwriter
  • Work with medical directors across the enterprise to ensure adherence to corporate governance and create strong working relationship
Desired Qualifications
  • Board certified in insurance medicine preferred
  • Experience in the Asian, Canadian and American insurance markets
  • Specialist certification in Internal Medicine or related sub-specialty such as Cardiology is desired, but not a requirement
  • Experience in revising underwriting guidelines and consulting on underwriting manuals is an asset, but not a requirement
  • Ability to read, write and speak in languages in addition to English (such as French, Mandarin or Cantonese) is desirable

Sun Life offers a variety of financial services, including life insurance, health insurance, financial planning, and investment solutions. Their products are designed to help individuals, businesses, and institutions achieve financial security and improve their overall well-being. Sun Life operates in multiple regions, including Canada, the United States, Asia, and Europe, which allows them to serve a diverse client base. The company generates revenue through insurance premiums, fees for financial planning services, and returns from investment products. A key aspect that sets Sun Life apart from its competitors is its commitment to sustainability, with a goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

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Founded

1865

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sun Life's partnership with Progyny enhances employee health benefits, including menopause support.
  • The TeamSmile partnership expands Sun Life's reach in providing dental care to underserved children.
  • Sun Life's focus on digital health solutions aligns with the growing trend in virtual healthcare.

What critics are saying

  • Sun Life faces increased competition in the Asian market from local insurers.
  • Potential reputational risk from investments in controversial entities like WLF.
  • Rising healthcare costs challenge profitability in the U.S. dental insurance market.

What makes Sun Life unique

  • Sun Life offers a comprehensive range of financial services globally.
  • The company is committed to sustainability, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050.
  • Sun Life has a strong presence in diverse markets, including Asia and North America.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

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