Sr Underwriter, Regional Property

Definity; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative insurance company is seeking a Sr Underwriter to join their dynamic team in Montreal. This role offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and the opportunity to influence risk acceptance decisions. You'll engage with brokers, negotiate renewals, and develop positive relationships while working in a collaborative environment. With a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, this company values your unique contributions and provides extensive support for professional development. If you're ready to take on challenges and make a significant impact in the insurance industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Company share ownership program

Pension and savings programs

Paid volunteer days

Educational resources and tuition assistance

Wellness and recognition programs

Discounts on products and services

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Commercial Lines underwriting.
• Strong computer literacy and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, accept, and decline new business submissions.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of risk acceptance.

Skills

Commercial Lines Underwriting

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.

What can you expect in this role?

• You’ll assess, accept, and decline new business submissions
• You’ll re-underwrite and negotiate renewals, and policy endorsements
• You’ll negotiate the terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers in writing, by telephone, electronic mail or in person
• You’ll develop and maintain positive broker relations
• You’ll participate in production calls on brokerage offices, as required
• You’ll provide technical support to brokers
  
  
  

What do you bring to the role?

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Commercial Lines underwriting
• Strong computer literacy skills - Strong ability to influence and effectively negotiate with stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills; able to quickly interpret data, information, reports - Strong customer service, verbal and written communication skills
• You’re professional, friendly and courteous in all interactions, with both customers and co-workers
• You perform well in a busy environment and remains calm under pressure
• You’re a team player that is adaptable to a changing environment
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills in French and good English skills
• You have strong problem solving abilities - You have well developed analytical skills
• You can weigh many complex factors to ultimately make sound decisions, and explain your rationale
• Your work ethic drives you to take on challenges and see them through to completion
• You collaborate well will others, sharing your ideas, and listening to and integrating those of others
• Profession communication in both English and French, oral and written is a must
  
  
  

High degree of proficiency with English and French required to service customers, both internal to the company and external, across Canada.

Salary Range: $58,100 - $106,900

Interested in this role, but don't meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn't need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We're actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren't just "nice to have" — they're essential to our success.

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Company share ownership program
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services
  
  
  

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.

It's better here — but don't take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Insurance

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