Bilingual Underwriting Assistant

Aviva plc; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bilingual Underwriting Assistant to join their Corporate and Specialty Risk team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for professional growth while supporting underwriting teams in a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities include assisting with documentation, processing reports, and responding to broker requests. The company prides itself on its commitment to diversity and inclusion, providing competitive rewards, flexible vacation policies, and opportunities for professional development. If you're looking to build a career in commercial insurance, this is the perfect chance to start your journey.

Benefits

Competitive rewards including salary and bonus

Retirement plan

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Flexible vacation policy

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive programs supporting diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of administrative experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriting processes and assist with documentation.
• Participate in special projects while working collaboratively.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Educational background in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based systems

Databases

Job description

Job Title: Bilingual Underwriting Assistant

Locations: Toronto, Canada; Montreal, QC (630 boul René Lévesque Ouest; 555 Chabanel Ouest). Posted 2 days ago. Job requisition ID: R-155105.

At Aviva, our values are Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence—these words represent who we are when we work together.

We are offering an excellent opportunity to join our Corporate and Specialty Risk team as a Bilingual (French and English) Underwriting Assistant. In this role, you will support our underwriting teams, learn, grow, and develop a career in underwriting.

Your responsibilities include supporting underwriting processes, assisting with documentation, processing reports, responding to broker requests, data entry, and participating in special projects, all while working collaboratively in a remote setting.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual in French and English (written and verbal).
• Excellent communication skills in phone, email, and meetings.
• Educational background in a related field or equivalent accreditation.
• 1-2 years of administrative experience preferred, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in web-based systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Interest in building a career in commercial insurance.

What You'll Get:

• Competitive rewards including salary, bonus, retirement plan, health benefits, and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional development and education support.
• Flexible vacation policy with purchase options.
• Inclusive programs supporting diversity and inclusion.
• Hybrid work model for flexibility.

Note: We may use AI tools in our recruitment process. We are committed to providing accommodations for employees with disabilities throughout their employment.