Manager leading STD/LTD disability claims operations at Medavie, a Canadian health solutions and insurance provider. Improving recovery, mental health outcomes, return-to-work results, and customer experience.
Responsibilities
Oversee implementation and application of programs and processes for STD and LTD claims, including mental health and complex disability management
Balance quality, cost, duration, and risk while maintaining a customer-focused approach
Ensure accountability through performance monitoring, disciplined execution, and timely decision-making
Provide operational oversight for specialized disability management practices and evidence-based mental health strategies
Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve recovery and return-to-work outcomes
Lead initiatives to reduce claim duration, escalation exposure, and variability using data and evidence
Guide teams through new practices, models of care, mental health programs, and process improvements
Deliver operational reporting, trend analysis, and evidence-based recommendations to plan sponsors and internal partners
Build partnerships with plan sponsors, internal teams, and external providers
Lead workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and succession planning
Coach and develop employees and strengthen leadership capability, technical expertise, and organizational readiness
Create an inclusive, accountable environment supporting performance, development, and adaptability
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant program and/or a combination of relevant work experience
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in group insurance
Deep expertise in disability management and mental health claims (STD and LTD)
Minimum of 5 years’ progressive leadership experience, including direct leadership of professional teams
Demonstrated experience coaching, developing, and performance-managing leaders and individual contributors
Experience leading teams through change and evolving business priorities
Experience managing complex disability claims, including mental health and return-to-work programs, considered an asset
Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of operational, financial, and risk drivers in group disability management
Strong customer orientation
Strategic mindset and ability to translate organizational goals into operational plans and results
Strong execution capability
Experience facilitating change and leading teams through evolving priorities and complexity
Engaging communication and ability to influence, build trust, and strengthen partnerships
Ability to coach and develop others
High integrity, accountability, and adaptability
Bilingualism in French and English is preferred
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits plan, including health and dental coverage that is 100% employer paid from day one
Wellness benefits, health resources, and fitness center discounts
A flexible work environment that supports work–life balance
Robust professional development opportunities, including leadership programs, ongoing learning, and career growth pathways
Collaborative and inclusive culture
Opportunity to lead a dedicated team
Performance-based incentive programs for eligible employees
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