Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines

3 weeks 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 a Commercial Lines Underwriting Assistant to join our growing Nordic team. Your work will have an impact by supporting our teams in the Facility Association. People will count on you to work closely with the Underwriters in order to contribute to achieving our national goals. This position is a permanent opportunity that requires a minimum of 2 days in the Dartmouth office.

**This role will offer you the chance to grow within Intact and learn the world of** **Underwriting** **by**:

- Supporting the Nordic Commercial and Personal Lines underwriting teams by processing and amending new business, endorsements, renewals and cancellations within established authority level in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Refering risks to underwriters based on complexity and authority level.
- Preparing new business files and input into our systems
- Working closely to develop and maintain positive business partnerships with brokers and co-workers.
- Building and maintaining a strong cohesive team focusing on collaboration, recognition and development
- Contributing to team objectives by making suggestion for improvements and efficiencies
- Assisting in the training and development of junior staff
- Performing other administrative duties as assigned.

**What you bring to the table**:

- Minimum of 1 year of Insurance industry experience
- Actively pursuing CIP designation is an asset
- Strong attention to detail
- Highly organized to manage workflow efficiently without continuous supervision
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and relationship building skills
- Taking initiative, ability to prioritize and work under pressure
- Computer proficient with the ability to navigate through multiple systems
- Post secondary/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

This posting will close Sunday September 10th, 2023 at 11:59pm pst.

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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