Senior or Intermediate Underwriter, Commercial Lines, Select Broker Team

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Intact Full time

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, youâre bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.  

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you areâ here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. Itâs our employee promise. 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

We're looking for an Senior or Intermediate Underwriter to join our growing team

As a Senior or Intermediate Underwriter, Commercial Insurance, you will work with our National Brokers focusing on a range of commercial and industrial risks, including such diverse segments as, manufacturing, commercial real estate, contracting, wholesaling, warehousing, health services and other financial, business professional services. Your work will have a big impact on the Commercial Insurance team and you will work very closely with our Underwriters on larger and more complex risks to further develop your technical underwriting skills. People will count on you to think outside the box and provide creative solutions. You will build a profitable portfolio of accounts above our $10,000 minimum premium with an emphasis on providing legendary service on renewals and quoting new business.

This position is a full-time permanent position with a minimum of 2 days a week in the Toronto, London, Mississauga or Ottawa offices.

What you'll do here:

  • Assess, evaluate and negotiate on Mid Market commercial risks with minimum premiums of $10,000 including property, liability, umbrella, inland marine product lines

  • Apply effective pricing and underwriting strategies in accordance with the company guidelines and personal underwriting authority limits

  • Within your level of authority, quote, negotiate, sell, and authorize the acceptance of moderate to complex new business, renewals, and endorsements to develop and retain profitable business according to the business plan established for the department

  • Build strong relationships with National Brokers including broker visits, insurance industry functions and marketing events in Ontario

  • Arrange reinsurance if and when required

  • Answer inquiries, develop and monitor business with brokers through visits, discussions, and correspondence

  • Use the computer system for policy inquiry, electronic filing, underwriting and rating transactions

  • Make recommendations to improve the department and increase its efficiency

  • Foster cooperative broker relationships to identify and develop sales opportunities

  • Some travel is required

  • Collaborate with a virtual team in a hybrid work environment with 2 days in the office minimum


What you bring to the table:

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

  • Strong track record of developing, mentoring and coaching teammates

  • Exemplary and proactive customer service skills to identify needs, effectively negotiate, and provide tailored solutions to brokers

  • Demonstrate the ability to handle complex risks

  • Completion of CIP designation (or progress towards) is an asset

  • Great communication skills (both written and verbal)

  • Strong negotiating skills and business savvy

  • Strong analytical and technical experience

  • Initiative and can work under pressure

  • Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office products and computer tools

  • No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada

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What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

  • A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

  • An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

  • An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

  • An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

  • Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

  • A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

  • Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

  • Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

  • A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. Weâll work with you to meet your needs.

Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

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