Underwriter, Regional Property

Economical Insurance; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an Underwriter for Regional Property. The role involves assessing new business submissions, negotiating renewals, and providing technical support to brokers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Commercial Property and Casualty underwriting, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A flexible hybrid work environment is offered, along with competitive benefits and a focus on inclusion.

Benefits

Company share ownership program

Pension and savings programs

Paid volunteer days

Educational resources

Wellness and recognition programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years Commercial Property and Casualty underwriting experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and accepting moderate to complex new business submissions.
• Negotiating terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Player

Education

University degree or college diploma or CIP designation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

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Economical is part of Definity, which includes 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?

• Assessing, accepting, and declining moderate to complex new business submissions, within assigned underwriting authority
• Re-underwriting and negotiating renewals and policy endorsements
• Ordering of inspections, financial reports, or other underwriting information for use in your analysis of critical risk hazards and decision making
• Negotiating the terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers in writing, by telephone, electronic mail or in person
• Participating in production calls on brokerage offices, as required
• Providing technical support to brokers
• Actively participating in weekly internal production meetings
• Mentoring and providing technical support to less experience team members
• Contribute to the profitable growth of the business by identifying the underlying factors that contribute to the profitability of a risk while demonstrating the ability to constructively engage, influence and negotiate to exceed broker needs and expectations.
• Demonstrate a strong market knowledge and visibility in the industry as a respected collaborator able to partner with brokers for the purpose of growing a profitable portfolio of business.
• Make underwriting and pricing decisions on individual risks, as well as underwriting the individual risk within the context of a broker's broader portfolio of business.
• Be accountable for the selection and proper rating of mid-market property insurance transaction types (e.g., applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, voids, reinstatements, etc.).

What do you bring to the role?

• University degree or a college diploma or the CIP designation is required
• Minimum of 3- 5 years Commercial Property and Casualty underwriting experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Professional friendly and courteous in all interactions, with both customers and co-workers
• Performs well in a busy environment and remains calm under pressure
• Team player adaptable to a changing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem solving abilities
• Proven ability to develop and maintain positive broker relations

Salary range : $50,200 - $92,500

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?

• 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

Insurance

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