Intermediate Underwriter, Commercial Lines (ECH-QC)

Echelon Insurance; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Echelon Insurance in Montreal is looking for an Intermediate Underwriter, Commercial Lines, to underwrite and price policies, maintain relationships with brokers, and ensure high-quality service standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in commercial underwriting and post-secondary education in a related field. Proficiency in French and a beginner to intermediate level of English are required. Join a collaborative environment that values exceptional customer service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in commercial lines underwriting.
• Working towards CIP, FCIP or CRM designation is an asset.
• A beginner to intermediate level of English is required in addition to French.

Responsibilities

• Underwrites and prices new business applications, endorsements and renewals.
• Maintain in-force policies and ensure compliance with service standards.
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with brokers.

Skills

Commercial lines underwriting experience

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Job description

Overview

Echelon Insurance provides Personal and Commercial Specialty Insurance solutions to protect Canadian families and businesses across Canada, through our trusted network of Broker partners. Echelon is a member of the CAA Club Group of Companies and is an equal opportunity employer that champions collaboration, trust, and growth to drive success. We cultivate a great working dynamic to deliver what is best for our associates, Brokers, and Customers.

Position Details

• The Intermediate Underwriter, Commercial Lines, underwrites and prices new business applications, endorsements and renewals on commercial lines policies within a set binding authority to grow and maintain a profitable portfolio.
• Maintain in-force policies and ensure all policies are issued within service standards with the appropriate wordings, schedules, and certificates attached.
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with brokers by providing exceptional customer service.
• Work collaboratively to support broker, claims, pricing and accounting inquiries.
• Provide exceptional customer service by answering telephone inquiries, making outgoing calls, and responding to emails and/or faxes as required.
• Track and produce daily, weekly and monthly production activity reports.
• Assist in monthly business activity reporting.
• Willingness to travel as some travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• A minimum of 3 years experience in commercial lines underwriting.
• Post-secondary education in a related field is required.
• Working towards CIP, FCIP or CRM designation is an asset.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with product development and developing underwriting guidelines.
• Strong product knowledge and a thorough understanding of insurance policy wordings and the ability to make sound business decisions based on those wordings.
• Excellent analytical skills and decision-making skills.
• A beginner to intermediate level of English is required in addition to French, as this role involves communicating with clients, partners, and other Echelon Insurance teams across the country.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to effectively set priorities to meet deadlines with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish professional relationships.

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Echelon Insurance will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.