Onsite Director, Disability Management Services

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About the role

  • Director of Disability Management Services leading high-quality disability claims adjudication at Canada Life. Fostering engagement, operational excellence, and financial risk management with a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for Disability Management Services Offices (DMSOs)
  • Ensure high standards of disability claims adjudication and case management are consistently achieved
  • Lead the implementation and execution of best practices across the DMSO
  • Oversee the delivery of the Disability Intervention Services program
  • Monitor and manage operational metrics including productivity, service quality, speed, and claims cost
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to the DMSO team
  • Partner with internal teams to support client relationships and service delivery
  • Manage financial risk through oversight of claims cost and reserve reporting
  • Represent the DMSO in client meetings, addressing service concerns and identifying opportunities for enhanced service
  • Participate in national projects and pilots aimed at improving disability management practices and customer value

Requirements

  • Bilingualism (fluent in French and English) required
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
  • Minimum of 10+ years of industry experience in insurance, disability management, or related fields
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage teams
  • Strong operational management experience, particularly in customer service and client relationship building
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative business relationships
  • Experience in facilitating change and driving continuous improvement
  • Superior analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Self-starter with a bias for action and a winning attitude
  • Skilled in strategic planning, negotiation, and decision-making
  • Deep understanding of morbidity management and disability claims processes
  • Reliability Status Security Clearance – this can only be completed with candidates who receive an offer of employment.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities

Job title

Director, Disability Management Services

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

CA$104,400 - CA$174,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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