Construction Underwriter

TriPoint Insurance; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance management company is hiring for an Underwriter, Construction, to develop and execute underwriting strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a university degree, enjoy a full-time position, and have over 3 years of underwriting experience in construction. Bilingualism in English and French is an asset. This role involves strong analytical skills and collaboration with brokers to ensure compliance and profitability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of underwriting experience, preferably in construction.
• CIP/FCIP designation or in progress is preferred.
• Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment with quick solutions.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal business, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Support underwriting best practices to ensure pricing profitability.
• Establish strong professional relationships with the brokerage community.

Skills

Analytical aptitude

Critical thinking

Customer service skills

Bilingualism (English/French)

Education

University related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applied EPIC

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist | Jones DesLauriers Insurance Management Inc.

POSITION OVERVIEW

TriPoint Insurance Underwriting Inc. is hiring for an Underwriter, Construction to develop, shape and influence the execution of underwriting strategy and standards to achieve the financial objectives across all our products.

Base pay range

CA$70,000.00/yr - CA$110,000.00/yr

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Underwrite new and renewal business by reviewing and analyzing insured's course of construction applications. Negotiate terms and conditions of coverage to meet client needs. Ensure policies are compliant with industry regulations and standards.
• Support consistent underwriting best practices, in accordance with underwriting guidelines, to ensure rating, pricing, profitability, and structuring adequacy.
• Ability to exercise judgment, negotiate and make sound business decisions effectively based on increased level of authority.
• Renders alternative outcomes for more difficult situations and makes real‑time decisions in a fast‑paced environment characterized by ambiguity and change.
• Work with management, the insured, its broker and outside counsel on contract terms and conditions, as well as pricing, terms & conditions, and deal structure for complex risks.
• Establish and maintain strong professional and personal relationships with the national brokerage community to facilitate growth of the company's book, with the goal of driving new business and maintaining profitability.
• Makes independent marketing calls to brokers and prospective insureds. Contributes to the development of marketing plans, product analysis, services, geographic focus and broker intelligence.
• Performs related duties as requested to include report preparation, presentations, and special projects to assist in ensuring the success of the product line unit.

REQUIREMENTS

• University Related Degree
• 3+ years of underwriting experience - preferably in construction
• CIP/FCIP designation or in progress
• Strong analytical aptitude and critical thinking as demonstrated through work assignments.
• Ability to work in dynamic, rapidly changing environment, adapting to changing requirements and collaborating with a wide range of colleagues to quickly deliver solutions.
• Proficient with underwriting analytical tools and technology
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
• Oral and written bilingualism an asset (English /French)
• Superior customer service skills and business acumen
• Computer skills that including Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Applied EPIC

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Customer Service

Industries

• Insurance Agencies and Brokerages