Claims Manager, Specialty Lines, FINPRO+

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About the role

We're looking for a Claims Manager, Specialty (FINPRO+) to join our growing team

As a Claims Manager, Specialty Lines (FINPRO+), you will lead a team of Specialty Claims staff. This team is responsible for the management of FINPRO+ such as E&O, D&O, Crime and Cyber. Your claims experience and strive for excellence will help you successfully manage the day-to-day operations of your teams. Your passion for coaching, development and engagement will help strengthen team connections, keep everyone motivated to deliver second-to-none experiences for our customers and inspire people to go above and beyond in everything they do. Your core values are a great fit with ours: Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Customer-Driven and Generosity.

What you'll do here:

• Manage the day-to-day operation of your team to achieve essential business goals and meet customer service expectations.
• Act as claims authority within areas of expertise and provide direction on such issues as file handling, policy interpretation, legal and technical issues or concerning large losses. Settle large or complex claims within own authority or escalate as necessary.
• Continually assess and improve workflows to ensure efficiency. This includes responding to and partnering with internal and external contacts regarding issues affecting them and ensuring smooth relationships between the group and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with your Director to develop strategies, long term and short-term plans to facilitate ongoing work, process improvement, customer relations and other functions.
• Monitor financial performance and productivity and report observations, progress, and recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Provide your expertise on claims matters including policy interpretation, liability and quantum determination, and settlement negotiation.
• Maintain work-product (inter alia claims adjudication, file management and communications with internal and external stakeholders) quality control of high standards.
• Provide effective leadership, responsible for hiring and terminations, coaching and mentoring, performance management, continuous learning and career development for your team of claims file handlers.
• Under the Hybrid Return-To-Office model, you will maintain a virtual and physical touchpoint with your leaders and team.

What you bring to the table:

• University degree or any combination of training and experience deemed relevant for the role
• Completed or working towards a Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation (preferred).
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Claims, with preference to experience in Specialty lines claims.
• A minimum of 2 years in a management role with experience in coaching and mentoring people. (preferred).
• Proficiency in Specialty Insurance Claims (E&O, D&O, Crime, and/or Cyber) an asset.
• Excellent customer, communication, and interpersonal skills – you can relate to anyone
• Positive attitude while adapting to changing priorities and taking ownership of work.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

This posting expires 11/December/2025 at 11:59pm EST

This role is eligible for employee referral bonus. #myReferrals3000

What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

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, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact's commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

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