Underwriter, Community Services (Intact Public Entities)

Intact Financial; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking an Underwriter for Community Services. The role involves analyzing quotes, supporting brokers, and maintaining relationships. Ideal candidates will have a degree and some underwriting experience. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flex pension and benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Annual wellness account

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of P&C underwriting experience.
• Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requests for quotes and recommend solutions.
• Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies.
• Rate and prepare quotes for new business and renewals.

Skills

Analytical

Customer Service

Negotiation

Collaboration

Education

University degree/College diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

At Intact Public Entities, we’re ensuring our municipal and community service organizations are protected by providing them with a comprehensive and unique insurance program. We help contribute to their success and that’s something we’re proud of.

Working here means predicting and protecting against standard and complex risks with and delivering unsurpassed value added services. We can’t do it without you. You’ll get to be a part of a trusted name in insurance with an entrepreneurial culture that’s here to amplify your expertise.

We’re looking for an Underwriter, Community Services (junior, intermediate or senior level based on your experience) to join our growing team at Intact Public Entities!

What you’ll do here:

• Analyze requests for quotes, renewals and policy changes, and recommend solutions

• Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies

• Use negotiating skills to maintain healthy relationships within and outside the company

• Participate in broker visits, industry functions and marketing events

• Provide ongoing support in expanding the department, and make recommendations for process improvements

• Rate and prepare quotes for new business and renewals

• Handle policy transactions including renewals, endorsements and cancellations

• As directed, generate letters and memos to brokers from the system

What you bring to the table:

• University degree/College diploma or any combination of equivalent education and experience

• 1-3 years of P&C underwriting experience

• Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation either completed or in progress is an asset

• Analytical, self-motivated and strive to deliver at a high standard

• Demonstrates initiative and strong ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic environment

• Exemplary and proactive customer service skills to identify needs, effectively negotiate, and provide tailored solutions to brokers

• Strong team player, with outstanding collaboration and communication skills

• Can develop and maintain excellent relationships with brokers

• Interested in and stay up to date on business trends or other developments impacting our industry

• Strong knowledge in Excel is an asset

• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada

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What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.