Executive Assistant / Junior Underwriter - Coast Underwriters

Intact Financial Corporation; Bedford; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is looking for an Executive Assistant / Junior Underwriter to join their Specialty Lines (Marine) team. This role involves supporting the Vice President with various administrative tasks, analyzing underwriting requests, and creating documentation. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in administration, strong business acumen, and excellent communication skills. A hybrid work model is offered, along with a range of benefits including a financial rewards program and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Financial rewards program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Extensive flex pension and benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

Annual wellness account

Dynamic workplace learning ecosystem

Inclusive employee-led networks

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years underwriting experience, preferably in marine.
• No Canadian work experience required but must be eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Vice President & Senior Claims Leader managing their calendar and travel arrangements.
• Create PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, and Excel spreadsheets on results.
• Analyze requests for quotes and policy changes.
• Provide support to Underwriting staff by completing renewal notes and processing.
• Receive claims and assign adjusters nationally.

Skills

Strong business acumen and professionalism

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and deadlines

Education

College diploma in administration or secretarial studies

Job description

About the role

We’re looking for an Executive Assistant / Junior Underwriter to join our Specialty Lines (Marine) team at Coast Underwriters!

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Vice President & Senior Claims Leader, which includes managing and organizing their calendar, making travel arrangements, scheduling and attending, as required, meetings to record minutes, writing correspondence, etc.
• Create PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, and Excel spreadsheets on results.
• Analyze requests for quotes and policy changes.
• Provide support to Underwriting staff by completing renewal notes and processing.
• Receive claims and assign adjusters nationally.

Qualifications

• College diploma in administration or secretarial studies or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 2 years underwriting experience, preferably in marine
• Strong business acumen and professionalism
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Can handle multiple competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team :

A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

Flexible work arrangements

Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.