Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines

2 months ago


Ottawa, 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, Commercial Lines, to join our team in Ottawa. This is a 12-Month Secondment/Contract position.

**What you'll do here**:

- Handle insurance policy endorsements and cancellations.
- Answer straightforward inquiries from brokers promptly and courteously.
- Assist Underwriters with the administration of complex policies.
- 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.

**What you bring to the table**:

- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Property & Casualty Commercial Lines
- 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
- No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada

This job posting will close on Wednesday Oct 2nd, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST.

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 temporary member of our team:

- Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
- 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.
- 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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