Product Specialist - Property (ON)

Echelon 56; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life harmony

Continuous learning

Travel incentives

Pay-for-performance programs

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Echelon 56 in Peel Region, Mississauga, is looking for an experienced professional to drive the development and implementation of insurance products. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders, leading projects, and providing insights based on data analysis.

The ideal candidate has a degree in a quantitative field, 5 years of experience in insurance, and proficiency in data visualization tools such as Excel and Tableau. Competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• 5 years related experience in the insurance field.
• Knowledge of P&C insurance and regulatory environment.
• CIP designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve insurance products.
• Act as project leader and monitor execution of project activities.
• Conduct needs analysis and create product roadmap.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in quantitative field, or Insurance

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

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 who offers a professional environment that champions collaboration, trust, and growth to drive success. We cultivate a great working dynamic to help us deliver what is best for our associates, Brokers, and Customers.

Benefits

• Work-life harmony with access to an award-winning holistic wellness program,
• Continuous learning through our robust corporate curriculum and education reimbursement program,
• Incredible rewards, travel incentives, and product and service discounts,
• Pay-for-performance and best-in-class recognition programs, and
• Competitive benefits that include a defined contribution plan, personal spending account, and so much more.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure development, implementation, and continued improvement of insurance products
• Participate in development of product, policy wording/insurance materials, distribution channels and marketing plans
• Act as project leader, for small projects, and monitor execution of project activities to meet implementation schedules; maintain detailed documentation
• Gather and maintain competitive and market intelligence materials
• Act as SME in Insurance products and services primarily for the property lines of business, acting as key point of contact
• Analyze industry trends as they relate to Insurance products and services
• Conduct needs analysis to identify/analyze key target markets, local marketing initiatives and any ad hoc or niche marketing opportunity/requirements
• Create product roadmap
• Coordinate and assist end-to-end implementation for approved product initiatives
• Assist with formal presentations to business units, key stakeholders, Insurer(s) and/or Echelon management
• Research and identify opportunities to increase awareness of products/ services, including participation in industry events
• Develop and maintain an effective communication process in conjunction with various departments, including up‑dated product information on intranet, internet, and broker portal/resource site
• Provide support and assistance to members utilizing Echelon products and tools, primarily for the various property lines of business
• Conduct sales, marketing, product health monitoring, financial reporting and analysis on an ongoing basis and provide results to Product Manager, Insurer(s) and key stakeholders
• Responsible for maintaining reports, invoices, product health dashboards and financial reports
• Provide underwriting direction, guidelines, and interpretation
• Assist in developing and delivery of information for training and production to home office and external distribution
• Provide direction to vendors providing Echelon products and tools, such as Telematics

Salary range is not inclusive of total compensation. The expected salary range for this position will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in quantitative field, or Insurance
• 5 years related experience
• Knowledge of P&C insurance and regulatory environment
• Ability to plan, organize and manage several projects at one time
• Proficient in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, Tableau, Power BI)
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to explain complex concepts in simple manner
• CIP (Chartered Insurance Professional) Designation preferred

Internal applicants are asked to formally express their interest by applying online no later than 10 business days of the position being posted.

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with all applicable Provincial Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. CCG 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.