Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines
Intact
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Laval • 🇨🇦 Canada
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JuniorMid-Level
Tech Stack
Flux
About the role
- Manage policy endorsements and cancellations.
- Respond courteously to basic inquiries from brokers.
- Assist underwriters in administering complex policies.
- Apply underwriting strategies in accordance with company guidelines and individual underwriting authority limits.
- Support brokers on underwriting and rating policies.
- Work closely to develop and maintain positive business partnerships with brokers and colleagues.
- Use the computer system for policy inquiries, electronic filing, underwriting and rating operations.
- Make recommendations to improve the department and increase its efficiency.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Experience in underwriting (an asset).
- DEC or AEC in Property and Casualty Insurance (an asset).
- At least 2 years of relevant experience, ideally gained within a large professional services or business services company.
- Ability to use available resources and take ownership of professional development.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism on a daily basis.
- Highly organized and self-directed to manage workflow effectively without continuous supervision.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Computer literate with the ability to work across multiple systems.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products and IT tools.
- Initiative, ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to be a team player, drive change and be a positive leader.
- No Canadian work experience required, but must have authorization to work in Canada.
Benefits
- A financial rewards program that recognizes your success.
- An industry-leading employee share purchase plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased.
- A comprehensive pension and benefits package, with access to virtual care.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave per year.
- An annual wellness account that supports an active, healthy lifestyle.
- Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embrace change and connect with colleagues.
- A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem with learning paths, interactive online content and inspiring programs.
- Inclusive, employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities.
- Inspirational leaders and colleagues who will elevate and help you grow.
- A community impact program, because what matters to you is part of what makes you unique.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
underwritingpolicy managementrating policiespolicy endorsementspolicy cancellations
Soft skills
professionalismorganizational skillsself-directedcommunication skillsteam playerinitiativeability to work under pressureability to manage multiple priorities
Certifications
DEC in Property and Casualty InsuranceAEC in Property and Casualty Insurance