Purves Redmond Limited (PRL) is a Canadian, employee-owned insurance brokerage firm with over 65 years of experience. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Saskatoon and Montreal, we specialize in insurance brokerage, risk management advisory, and employee benefits consulting. PRL is committed to delivering high-quality service, integrity, and innovative solutions to businesses across Canada.
Role
As an Associate Broker in our Mining & Energy practice, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional service to our clients and supporting the successful placement and management of complex commercial insurance programs. You will manage day-to-day client-servicing activities while contributing to market negotiations, and client growth initiatives. This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in commercial insurance and is ready to take the next step in specialization and responsibility.
Key Accountabilities
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing timely and professional service across all aspects of account management
- Support the renewal and mid-term servicing of commercial insurance programs, ensuring accuracy and consistency in documentation and delivery
- Draft and review client communications, presentations, proposals, and coverage summaries tailored to mining and energy sector risks
- Educate clients on coverage terms, conditions, and options; assist in the coordination of binding instructions and policy issuance
- Prepare underwriting submissions, renewal documents, and supporting materials for insurers
- Assist in the negotiation of policy terms, conditions, and pricing with domestic and international markets
- Request and review loss experience reports and other underwriting data; support analytics and claims trend discussions with clients
- Collaborate with underwriters, premium finance providers, and internal stakeholders to coordinate optimal solutions
Operational Excellence
- Ensure timely issuance of invoices, certificates, binders, and endorsements; follow up on outstanding items as needed
- Monitor accounts receivable and support resolution of billing issues
- Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date records in EPIC and shared drives in compliance with operational standards
- Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and service quality
Requirements
- 4-7 years of experience in commercial insurance brokering or underwriting, preferably with exposure to resource-based industries
- Valid RIBO license; working towards or holding CIP, CAIB or CRM designations
- Strong knowledge of commercial property, liability, and specialty coverages relevant to mining and energy operations
- Exceptional organizational skills with a focus on accuracy, time management, and multitasking
- Professional communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to translate complex insurance terms for clients
- A collaborative mindset with the confidence to work independently and contribute to team initiatives
- Proficiency with brokerage management systems (e.g., EPIC) and Microsoft Office tools
Apply Today
At Purves Redmond Limited, we value integrity, expertise, and a client-first mindset. As a truly independent, 100% employee-owned Canadian firm, we offer a collaborative environment where your contributions matter. If you are ready to grow your career with us, please submit your application using the form provided.