Underwriter I

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Do you foster positive, professional relationships with partners while achieving company growth and profitability objectives?

Do you exhibit a high level of technical expertise, while exercising sound judgment, and delivering consistent results?

**Underwriter**

In this role you will support Western's Customer Service Representatives by liaising with insurance specialists for accurate risk assessment, mitigation, and acceptance for new policies. You will be accountable for collaborating with your team members to maintain service standards and improve procedures for the various insurance products we sell.

**Here is what a typical day looks like**
- Gather and assess risk information to determine eligibility on risk for all general insurance
- Assist in development of new programs and maintain current programs
- Communicate with clients regarding new policy issuance, changes, renewals and cancellations
- Advise, interpret, and validate coverage based on policy terms
- Prepare and submit monthly bordereaux
- Issue policy changes, renewals, and cancellations
- Support internal departments and branches with policy interpretation and technical advice
- Assist with industry market research to ensure premiums and coverage are competitive

**The value you bring**
- General Insurance Level 2 License, CIP, or CAIB required
- 1 year with Underwriting experience an asset
- Professional communication etiquette, both written and verbal
- Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently
- Involvement in industry related associations and your community

Hours: Fulltime - 37.5 hours/week

Location: Victoria, BC (Hybrid)

Role Level: S4

Requisition: 79667

**Western Financial Group - Top 100 Canadian Employer**

Our people make us who we are and we’re thankful to have been recognized as a Top Employer across Canada We are looking for great people who share our values and want to share their unique skills with us. Western is on a mission to exceed customer expectations, and that starts with our people. Would you like to be part of our story?

As one of Canada's top insurance brokers, Western creates security and provides customized insurance solutions to over 1 million Canadians. For over a century, we've secured our neighbours' future by staying true to our Guiding Principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty.