Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines – P&C

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Underwriting Assistant for P&C underwriting team in Calgary or Edmonton. Handling policy endorsements, answering inquiries, and supporting brokers in underwriting processes.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeCalgary • 🇨🇦 CanadaJunior💰 CA$47,100 - CA$57,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle insurance policy endorsements and cancellations
Answer straightforward inquiries from brokers promptly and courteously
Assist Underwriters with the administration of complex policies
Apply underwriting strategies in accordance with company guidelines and personal underwriting authority limits
Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies
Work closely to develop and maintain positive business partnerships with brokers and co-workers
Use the computer system for policy inquiry, electronic filing, underwriting and rating transactions
Make recommendations to improve the department and increase its efficiency
Embark on continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your technical skills and contribute to personal and professional growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

1 year of underwriting experience required
Strong typing skills to process daily work
Highly organized to manage workflow efficiently without continuous supervision
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Initiative and ability to work under pressure
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office products and computer tools
Team player
A passion for learning and desire to grow within the department
No Canadian work experience required; must be eligible to work in Canada

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities for professional development
Performance-led financial rewards

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Hard Skills & Tools

underwriting experiencepolicy endorsementspolicy cancellationsunderwriting strategiesrating policiespolicy inquiryelectronic filingtyping skills

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsinitiativeability to work under pressureteam playerpassion for learning