Bilingual Senior Assistant Underwriter

Oliver James Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Inclusive environment

Benefits package

Job summary

Oliver James Group is seeking a Senior Underwriting Assistant for Financial Lines in Montreal, QC or Toronto, ON. The role supports end-to-end processing of major accounts, collaborates with underwriters, and meets with brokers and clients to deliver tailored financial lines solutions.

The position emphasizes bilingual English/French communication, strong client servicing, and detail-oriented documentation within a top-tier carrier environment.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant commercial insurance experience and/or equivalent training.
• Excellent proficiency in English and French (oral and written).
• Strong ability to anticipate client needs and act proactively.
• Proven ability to identify issues and align them with tailored solutions.

Responsibilities

• Account Management: end-to-end processing of complex International Major Accounts in Financial Lines.
• Collaboration with underwriters and Center of Excellence partners to deliver tailored solutions.
• Attend broker and client meetings as requested by the underwriting team.
• Mentorship: provide technical guidance to junior team members.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Client servicing

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Financial Lines knowledge

Job description

Senior Underwriting Assistant, Financial Lines | Montreal, QC & Toronto, ON

One of our exclusive clients, a global leader in commercial insurance, is seeking a Senior Underwriting Assistant to join their Financial Lines team based in Montreal, QC, or Toronto, ON.

This role is designed for a driven professional ready to take on new challenges with a top-tier carrier. You will report to a supportive manager and work within a technical team recognized for its excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to join a premier global carrier that leads the commercial insurance market in Primary Layer and Lead Underwriter placements.

Responsibilities

• Account Management: Handle the operational management and end-to-end processing of complex International Major Accounts (Revenue > $250M CAD) within Financial Lines.
• Collaboration: Work closely with underwriters and Center of Excellence partners to develop and deliver tailored solutions for both new business and renewals.
• Client Engagement: Attend broker and client meetings as requested by the underwriting team.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members.

Qualifications

• Language Skills: Excellent proficiency in both English and French (oral and written), in compliance with Bill 96 requirements.
• Experience: 1 to 3 years of relevant commercial insurance experience and/or equivalent training.
• Client Servicing: Strong ability to anticipate both internal and external client needs and act proactively.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to identify issues and align them with the appropriate, tailored solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate and compliant documentation is maintained at all times.

Benefits

• Join a dynamic, market-leading organization that offers genuine opportunities for career advancement, a stimulating and inclusive work environment, and a comprehensive corporate benefits package.