Underwriter Ii, Non-standard Risks

2 months ago

Dartmouth, 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 **Intermediate Underwriter** to join our growing **Non-Standard Risks** team

As an **Underwriter** in **Non-Standard Risks** for the **Specialty Solutions** team, you will develop a profitable portfolio of non-standard commercial and personal lines business with an emphasis on developing new business. You will work closely with Intact’s underwriters and brokers to develop and foster relationships, make decisions, assess risks and provide quotes in a timely manner. This is a fast-paced customer driven environment, your ability to work efficiently and establish strong internal and external relationships will be the key to your success.

This position is a full-time permanent opportunity and can be based in Dartmouth or Ottawa.

**What you’ll do here**:

- Work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities daily
- Analyze requests for quotes, renewals and policy changes, and recommend solutions
- Rate and prepare quotes for new business and renewals
- Handle policy transactions including renewals, endorsements and cancellations
- Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies
- Use negotiating skills to maintain healthy relationships within and outside the company
- Participate in broker visits, industry functions and marketing events
- Provide ongoing support in expanding the department, and make recommendations for process improvements
- As directed, generate letters and memos to brokers from the system
- Support team members within Specialty Solutions as well as other divisions at Intact
- Future travel may be required

**What you bring to the table**:

- University degree/College diploma or any combination of equivalent education and experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Personal or Commercial Lines Property Underwriting
- Strong knowledge in Excel is an asset
- Analytical, self-motivated and strive to deliver at a high standard
- Initiative and ability to work under pressure
- Strong team player, with outstanding collaboration and communication skills
- Can develop and maintain excellent relationships with brokers
- Interested in and stay up to date on business trends or other developments impacting our industry
- CIP designation or working towards it
- No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

**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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