Supervisor, Underwriting

6 days ago

Winnipeg, Canada Wawanesa Insurance Full time

Job Overview

Working under minimal supervision, the Underwriting Supervisor - Personal Lines is responsible for providing leadership to a personal lines underwriting team while overseeing the daily operations.

Job Responsibilities

Provide leadership and mentorship through coaching and feedback to communicate expectations for employee performance and facilitate sessions for the sharing of knowledge and best practices. Identify opportunities for employee development, providing support and mentorship to employees Work in collaboration with Underwriting Excellence to ensure adherence to policies, procedures and underwriting guidelines. Perform employee performance reviews and interview potential new employees. Communicate decisions and respond to requests in a prompt and professional manner. Influence team members in a positive manner and support the development and implementation of business change for both short- and long-term direction effectively working towards team goals Consult with Management on underwriting and staffing issues. Actively participate in department strategic planning including goal setting  Participate in Large Loss Reviews, providing feedback and recommendations on underwriting decisions Foster positive working relationships with internal and external parties, including networking at industry events. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Five years Property and Casualty industry experience Post-secondary education or related business experience. Completed a Property and Casualty Industry Designation. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Strong leadership skills to positively influence team members and provide direction. Prior leadership experience is a strong asset Excellent attention to detail with the ability to review information carefully and comprehensively. Excellent analytical and problem solving with the ability to select and implement best solutions. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information in a convincing manner. Excellent decision-making skills with the ability to provide justification. Adapts to change and performs effectively under pressure.  Ability to multi-task and monitor progress to meet deadlines. Excellent customer service skills. Strong ability to multi-task and monitor progress to meet deadlines. Adapts to change and performs effectively under pressure.

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Wawanesa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is equitable and inclusive for all. Wawanesa provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s protected status: race/ethnicity, colour, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status. Disability or medical-related accommodations are available upon request throughout all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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