Sr Underwriter, Regional Property

Starr Underwriting; Montreal; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading underwriting company in Montreal seeks an experienced underwriter to manage new submissions and negotiate terms with brokers. Candidates should possess 3-5 years of experience in commercial lines underwriting and be proficient in both English and French. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential for success in this dynamic and busy environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Commercial Lines underwriting.
• Strong analytical skills; able to quickly interpret data and information.
• Profession communication in both English and French, oral and written is a must.

Responsibilities

• Assess, accept, and decline new business submissions.
• Re-underwrite and negotiate renewals and policy endorsements.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers.

Skills

Commercial Lines underwriting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Customer service

Bilingual communication (French and English)

Job description

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