Commercial Lines Insurance Specialist

London Drugs Limited; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail chain in Burnaby is seeking a Commercial Lines Insurance Specialist to provide customer service, sell insurance policies, and maintain client relationships. The ideal candidate will hold a Level II insurance license and possess strong selling and communication skills. This position offers flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits including training and recognition programs.

Benefits

Employee Discount Program

Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses

Employee Family Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in commercial insurance.
• Experience in brokerage operations.
• Ability to multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Service client needs and advise on insurance matters.
• Sell new policies and retain existing clients.
• Prepare documentation for insurers and process changes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Selling skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level II insurance license or Level I and CAIB II or CAIB III

Knowledge of desktop PCs and Windows

Proficient with Word and Excel

Job description

Overview

Not just a job… a community, a partnership, a team. You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, customer focused people to join our team! Our Insurance Preferred Service Centre located at Lougheed Mall in Burnaby is currently hiring for: Commercial Lines Insurance Specialist.

This position will require the insurance specialists to utilize their knowledge of insurance policies and markets to evaluate, recommend and sell plans to customers based on their needs. It will involve communicating with customers to match the customer’s needs, processing paperwork, and ensuring existing customer information is up to date.

Responsibilities

• Service on-going client needs, advise on insurance matters, conduct needs assessment, recommend solutions, answer inquiries, conduct care calls and including but not limited to process renewals, endorsements, cancellations, certificates, binders etc.
• Sell new policies/write new business to existing or new clients, retain existing book of business.
• Ensure that all new business quotes/policies are accurately recorded on the most current new business report, including lead information.
• Prepare documentation for insurers, complete applications for clients, issue insurance certificates, process changes and review renewals.
• Keep current on underwriting rules and workflow processes.
• Manage accounts receivables and financed premium flows.
• Ensure all transactions are recorded and that all payments are properly applied.
• Provide and maintain all records and/or reports required.
• Provide assistance to management on special projects or any other tasks as assigned.
• Attend product knowledge seminars as directed by the Commercial Lines Manager and Business Unit.
• Ensure license is maintained in good standing and all necessary continuing education credits are obtained.

The successful candidate will have the following

• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, vendors, staff and management.
• Strong selling skills.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• Professional image, reflecting positively on the company.
• Highly organized and able to multitask effectively and work under changing priorities.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, both in person and on the telephone.
• Isolate and solve problems.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Sound judgment when dealing with customers, confidential information and sensitive situations.

Education & Knowledge

• Hold a Level II insurance license or hold a Level I insurance license, have passed either CAIB II or CAIB III, and is working towards their Level II license.
• Knowledge of desktop PCs and Windows-based operating systems.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Ability to use all relevant software related to the Insurance Call Centre.
• Past experience in commercial insurance sales and brokerage operations.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance products, however focusing on Commercial Lines and related product offering, services and regulations.

Schedule & Benefits

Employees must be available to work a flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday, day and evening shifts.

We offer advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, and salaries commensurate with experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Employee Discount Program
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program

Apply & Equal Opportunity

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. London Drugs DOES NOT use third party recruitment services.

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