Associate Underwriter

The OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated and focused Associate Underwriter to work closely with our underwriting experts to deliver high quality service to our clients. This role is based in St Johns Newfoundland.The Ideal CandidateYou’re organized and a master multi-tasker. You pay attention to details and can effectively manage your time and priorities in a fast-paced environment.You take initiative. You don’t wait until you are told what to do. You anticipate project needs and can roll up your sleeves to get the job done.You’re a team-player. Our organization collaborative atmosphere where supporting each other is critical for success.You’re professional and customer service focused. You put the needs of your internal and external clients first and take pride in your work and reputation.Job ResponsibilitiesClient Service: Representing the BrandProvide clients with exemplary customer service Maintain relationships with clients and carriers and serve as a point of contactService insurance policies by answering questions or requests from clients and carriersCommunicate with brokers, and carriers to troubleshoot issues and follow up on accountsHandle accounting or payment issuesWork with internal team members for ad-hoc underwriting projects and requestsUnderwriting: Quoting New Business & RenewalsProcess new business and renewal submissions within all systems in a timely mannerCorrectly classify submissions and renewals Calculate appropriate rates for the submission or renewalChoose the right wording to form policy documentsStay up to date on renewal book – send notices and quotes on time (solicit renewals)Quote new business submissions with Underwriter supervisionExplain and negotiate pricing and terms with brokers on behalf of your UnderwriterFollow all audit requirements for files (e.g. all subjectivities collected, all missing information received, u/w file notes, etc.)Be able to sell B&W coverages and rates to brokerAttend all relevant internal training sessions for contracts, new products, skillsQualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experienceInsurance administration experience in underwriting and/or brokerage support with excess & surplus lines preferredDemonstrated proficiency in customer service and sales supportProven organization skills and ability with a strong attention to detailInterest in continued education and professional development to obtain full underwriting authorityCompensation PackageCompetitive base compensation & lucrative sales incentive bonus plan Health benefits Employer matched RRSPEmployer paid continuing education courses, designations and licensing Many opportunities for career advancement About the CompanyWhen someone needs insurance coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox Canada. Burns & Wilcox Canada offers comprehensive solutions for retail insurance brokers and agents of all sizes. Burns & Wilcox Canada is a subsidiary of the H.W. Kaufman Group. No other specialty insurance organization can match the unique ability of the H.W. Kaufman Group to broker, write, insure and finance the most highly specialized risks in the world.Burns and Wilcox Canada is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence with a view to providing integration and equal opportunities for all. Burns and Wilcox Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants’ disability-related needs in accordance with the respective provincial human rights codes throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please inform the Recruiter or contact our Human Resources department at HRCanada@burns-wilcox.ca or 416-774-2660. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.