Underwriter, Regional Underwriting

Economical Insurance; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an Underwriter for Regional Underwriting. The role involves assessing new business submissions, negotiating renewals, and building relationships with brokers. Candidates should have a university degree or CIP designation, along with 3-5 years of underwriting experience in Farm/Commercial Lines. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Farm/Commercial Lines underwriting.
• Proficiency in computer literacy.
• Ability to perform under pressure and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, accepting, and declining new business submissions.
• Negotiating risk acceptance terms with brokers.
• Providing technical support to brokers.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Relationship management

Education

University degree or equivalent

CIP designation

Job description

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Responsibilities include:

1. Assessing, accepting, and declining new business submissions
2. Re-underwriting and negotiating renewals, and policy endorsements
3. Negotiating risk acceptance terms with brokers via various communication channels
4. Developing and maintaining positive broker relationships
5. Participating in production calls with brokerage offices
6. Providing technical support to brokers
7. Building a pipeline for new and renewal business
8. Leveraging tools and reports to evaluate risks and make underwriting decisions

Minimum requirements:

• University degree or equivalent, or CIP designation
• 3-5 years of experience in Farm/Commercial Lines underwriting
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Proficiency in computer literacy
• Effective negotiation abilities
• Professionalism and customer service orientation
• Ability to perform under pressure and in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities
• Excellent relationship management skills

Salary Range: $50,200 - $92,500.