Auto Underwriting Technician

Definity Financial Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking an Underwriter to enhance their team. The role involves assessing risks, ensuring compliance with insurance regulations, and providing top-tier service to brokers. Ideal candidates will have a relevant educational background, experience in underwriting, and strong communication skills to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with a post-secondary degree or diploma.
• Experience in a commercial underwriting support role is preferred.
• Bilingual abilities are considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of product solutions and risk assessment.
• Provide exceptional service to broker partners.
• Ensure compliance with provincial auto insurance regulations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma

CIP designation (in progress or completed)

Tools

case management tools

policy management systems

Job description

What can you expect in this role?

• Develop and apply knowledge of product solutions, types of risks, and economic processes.
• Provide exceptional service to broker partners in all interactions.
• Contribute to the achievement of established service level agreements and operational standards.
• Consistently meet expectations regarding production and quality of subscriptions.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of underwriting guidelines, standard operating procedures, risk factors, pricing structures, guarantees, reinsurance, and hazards to assess risks, classify, and rate transactions.
• Ensure insurance policies are correctly priced and rates are adequate within the relevant policy management system.
• Ensure compliance with provincial auto insurance regulations.
• Identify and escalate gaps in systems such as SharePoint, case management, policy management, and phone systems; seek opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and broker experience.

What do you bring to the role?

• Preference for candidates with a post-secondary degree or diploma, relevant experience, and a commitment to complete a CIP designation.
• Experience in a commercial underwriting support role is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and organize daily tasks efficiently.
• Ability to perform well in a busy environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Courteous, professional, and positive communication with team members and broker partners.
• Team player adaptable to changing environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail to ensure transaction accuracy.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially in case management tools, portals, or databases, is an asset.
• Bilingual abilities are considered an asset.

Salary range : $39,000 - $67,300

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