Commercial Underwriter - IW-178

DGA Careers Inc.; Saint-Hyacinthe; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

35-hour workweek

Employer-paid benefits

Hybrid work model

Wellness spending account

Telemedicine

Job summary

DGA Careers Inc. is seeking a Commercial Lines Underwriter for our client in Saint-Hyacinthe. The role focuses on assessing risks, making underwriting decisions, and supporting brokers and advisors with their files.

The position offers a hybrid work model, a 35-hour workweek, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement within a major Property & Casualty insurer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Commercial Lines underwriting experience.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Reliable home internet connection and ability to work in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks to determine acceptability of submissions.
• Make underwriting decisions to accept, modify or decline risks.
• Process policy changes and renewals.
• Respond to brokers and advisors in a timely, professional manner.
• Review information and recommend appropriate solutions for each file.
• Ensure proper file management and compliance with guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Build relationships with business partners and stay updated on underwriting practices.

Skills

Analytical and decision-making skills

Communication and collaboration skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Reliable home internet connection

Education

Post secondary education

Job description

Our client is a major Property & Casualty insurance company, serving both Personal and Commercial Lines. As the company continues to grow, they are looking for an experienced Commercial Lines Underwriter to join their team in Saint-Hyacinthe.

In this role, you will work in a professional and collaborative environment where you will be responsible for assessing risks, making underwriting decisions and supporting brokers and advisors with their files.

Do you enjoy analyzing risks, making sound decisions and finding solutions that meet the needs of both clients and brokers?

This opportunity could be for you!

What We Offer

• Salary based on experience;
• Annual bonus when the company reaches its objectives;
• Strong focus on work-life balance;
• 35-hour workweek, Monday to Friday, daytime schedule;
• Flexible schedule between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., based on business hours;
• 100% employer-paid benefits, including life insurance, prescription drugs, salary insurance, disability and dental coverage;
• Benefits available from day one, depending on experience;
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan, with a 7% employer contribution after 3 months;
• $350 annual wellness spending account;
• Virtual telemedicine and Employee & Family Assistance Program;
• AMF licence reimbursement, plus 20 hours of paid training provided by the employer;
• Excellent opportunities for career advancement;
• Minimum 3 weeks of vacation per year or more, depending on experience;
• Hybrid work model, with 2 to 3 days per week in the office;
• Team contests, activities and an annual team party;
• Full computer equipment provided by the employer;
• 35% discount on personal auto and home insurance.

Your Day-to-Day

As a Commercial Lines Underwriter, you will play a key role in assessing and managing commercial risks.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing risks to determine the acceptability of insurance submissions;
• Making sound underwriting decisions to accept, modify or decline risks;
• Processing policy changes and renewals;
• Responding professionally and efficiently to requests from brokers and advisors;
• Reviewing available information and recommending appropriate solutions for each file;
• Ensuring proper file management and compliance with underwriting guidelines and procedures;
• Maintaining strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders;
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with business partners;
• Keeping your knowledge up to date regarding Commercial Lines underwriting practices, products and guidelines;
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of underwriting practices and processes.

What You Bring

• A minimum of 3 years of Commercial Lines underwriting experience;
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills;
• Strong ability to assess different situations and make decisions independently;
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and thorough;
• A quick learner who is comfortable working with a variety of files;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills;
• Comfortable working with technology and digital tools;
• A reliable home internet connection;
• Able to work independently while also enjoying a collaborative team environment.

Build Your Career Around Your Expertise

Are you looking to leverage your Commercial Lines underwriting expertise within a recognized and growing organization?

You will benefit from a hybrid work environment, excellent working conditions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a 7% employer contribution, fully employer-paid benefits and genuine opportunities for career advancement.

A great opportunity to advance your underwriting career while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

Information

• City: Saint-Hyacinthe
• Job Type: Hybrid
• Education: Post Secondary Education
• Minimum experience required: 3 to 4 Years
• Salary (annually): from $66,000 to $80,000
• Contact email: [e-mail]