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 the opportunity to support underwriting teams in both French and English while developing a career in commercial insurance. You will engage in various tasks, including processing submissions, managing documentation, and collaborating with brokers. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a hybrid work model, this position promises a rewarding experience in a dynamic environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Retirement plans

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Flexible vacation policy

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive programs for diversity

Corporate wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of administrative experience with strong attention to detail.
• Completion of a related educational degree/diploma and/or accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters with logging new submissions and processing documents.
• Respond to broker service requests and follow up on information needed.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in French and English

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Organizational skills

Education

Related educational degree/diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

RTM

RTG

SFDC systems

Job description

Bilingual Underwriting Assistant

Apply locations: Toronto | Posted 2 Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: R-155053

At Aviva, we are driven by our Values: Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence. Join our Corporate and Specialty Risk team as a Bilingual Underwriting Assistant, supporting our underwriting teams in a bilingual (French and English) capacity.

Your role involves supporting our underwriting teams, learning, and developing a career in underwriting. You will contribute to our teams' efforts to think bigger, serve better, and achieve results.

What You'll Do:

1. Collaborate and work independently to meet deadlines as part of a remote team.
2. Assist underwriters with logging new submissions, processing declinatures, renewals, endorsements, and electronic filing of documents.
3. Process loss control reports, obtain D&B reports, prepare catastrophe analyses, insurance binders, and other documents.
4. Respond to broker service requests and follow up on information needed from brokers.
5. Enter data into RTM, RTG, and SFDC systems and update tracking documents.
6. Reconcile financial discrepancies collaboratively with GCS Stakeholders.
7. Produce reports, presentations, and summaries as needed.
8. Participate in special projects as required.

What You'll Bring:

1. Bilingual proficiency in French and English, both written and verbal.
2. Excellent communication skills across phone, email, and meetings in both languages.
3. Completion of a related educational degree/diploma and/or accreditation.
4. 1-2 years of administrative experience with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
5. Effective time management skills and ability to work autonomously.
6. Proficiency in web and DOS-based systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Strong organizational and adaptability skills in a dynamic environment.
8. Interest in developing a career in commercial insurance.

What You’ll Get:

1. Competitive rewards including salary, bonuses, retirement plans, health benefits, and wellness programs.
2. Opportunities for professional development and education support.
3. Flexible vacation policy with options to purchase additional days.
4. Inclusive programs supporting diversity and inclusion.
5. Corporate wellness initiatives supporting physical and mental health.
6. Hybrid work model for flexibility.

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