Underwriter I, Personal Lines

3 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Intact Full time

From coast-to-coast, our inspiring colleagues are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. With our team, you’ll bring this purpose to life every day by living our Values, being open to change, and pursuing your goals.

In return, we’ll give you countless opportunities to learn and grow, alongside a diverse and passionate community of experts - the best the industry has to offer. You’ll be empowered to be your best self, do your best work, and make a meaningful impact. Here, you can help shape the future of insurance, win as a team, and grow with us.

**About the role**

We're looking for an Underwriter I, Personal Lines, to join our growing team

**What you'll do here**:

- Assess and evaluate insurance policy risks.
- Process, underwrite and authorize the acceptance of new business, renewals, cancellations and endorsements to develop and retain profitable business.
- Review supporting claims reports and legal background.
- Implement and exercise learned techniques including qualifying a business opportunity, prepare for contact, contact internal/external business partners, develop proposals, promote proposals, gain commitment and close the agreement.
- May provide technical advice, recommendations, and mentoring to Underwriting Assistants.
- May provide training and information sessions.
- Answering inquiries and making recommendations to agents through verbal and written correspondence.
- Develop and manage relationships with internal/external business partners: participate in courtesy visits, insurance industry and marketing events, promote products and services, solicit new business and identify opportunities for profitable growth.
- Write summaries regarding overall results.

**What you bring to the table**:

- University degree or College diploma preferred
- No previous experience required
- Insurance Professional (CIP) designation completed or in progress
- Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking
- Must be able to interpret policy wording and legal documents
- Excellent sales and customer retention skills
- Proficient computer and keyboarding skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship building abilities
- Demonstrated efficiency and strong time-management skills to meet competing productivity

**This posting expires on February 14, 2023 at 11:50pm.**:
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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 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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