Underwriting Assistant, Surety

3 weeks ago

Montréal QC, 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, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are
- here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s 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 **Underwriting Assistant, Surety, **for our growing National Commercial Lines team

**What you’ll do here**:

- Distribute department correspondence.
- Order reports and references as directed by underwriters.
- Enter data into underwriting and billing systems.
- Perform all word processing tasks relating to contractual coverage, including the preparation of policies, renewals, endorsements, legal documents and correspondence.
- Establish and maintain good relations with insurance brokers.
- Communicate with surety bond end users regarding contract and project status.
- Review incoming bonds issued by brokers for compliance, accuracy and completeness.
- Review surety clerical audits, respond as needed and make any necessary corrections and recommendations.
- Calculate premiums for new supplementary premiums, return premiums and new business.

**What you bring to the table**:

- High school diploma or higher with up to two years of experience.
- Ability to enter data rapidly and accurately.
- Good oral and written communication skills, ability to be work as part of a team.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to make decisions and work independently.
- Strong organizational skills for effective workflow management without continuous supervision.
- Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft software.
- Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
- Although no Canadian work experience is required, you must have authorization to work in Canada.
- ** Bilingualism (French-English) is required. **Need to interact with colleagues across the country on a regular basis.

LI-Hybrid

**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. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

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