Farm Underwriter

ONTARIO MUTUALS; Exeter; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Benefits package

Job summary

Usborne and Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Company is seeking a Farm Underwriter for a permanent full-time role in Ontario. You will join the underwriting team, assess farm risks, rate and document policy files, and respond to agents and brokers in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate has CIP designation in progress, post-secondary education, and at least two years of underwriting experience focusing on farm/agribusiness. A comprehensive pension and benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education or equivalent insurance experience.
• CIP designation completed or in progress.
• Two years underwriting experience focused on farm/agribusiness.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks including new business, renewals and endorsements.
• Underwrite, rate and document policy files.
• Respond to inquiries from agents and brokers in a timely manner.
• Analyze applications and related information to determine risk acceptability and pricing.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Data entry

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Post secondary education or equivalent

CIP designation completed or in progress

Job description

Usborne and Hibbert (U&H) Mutual Fire Insurance Company is seeking applications for the permanent full-time position of Farm Underwriter. This opportunity will appeal to a motivated, cooperative individual who is committed to working in a dynamic atmosphere, being a member of the Underwriting team, and reporting to the Director of Underwriting & Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks including new business, renewals and endorsements
• Apply knowledge to underwrite, rate and document policy files
• Respond to inquiries from agents and brokers in a timely manner
• Analyze and evaluate applications, claims information, inspection reports, etc. to determine risk acceptability, policy terms and pricing

Qualifications

• Post secondary education or equivalent insurance experience
• CIP designation completed or in progress
• Two (2) Years Underwriting experience with a focus on farm/agribusiness
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient data entry and computer skills
• Strong customer service skills

Current Salary Range is $50,000 – $80,000. A comprehensive pension and benefit package is provided.

If you need an accessible format, please email [e-mail] or call [phone]. If you are contacted regarding this position, please advise of any accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

U&H is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.