Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines - P&C or Auto - 12 month contract / secondment

Intact Financial Corporation; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial services company in Edmonton is seeking an Underwriting Assistant for a 12-month contract. The role involves handling insurance policy endorsements, assisting Underwriters, and developing partnerships with brokers. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills. The company offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Access to tools for physical and mental health

Dynamic workplace learning ecosystem

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage workflow efficiently without supervision.
• No Canadian work experience required, but eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Handle insurance policy endorsements and cancellations.
• Assist Underwriters with the administration of complex policies.
• Make recommendations to improve department efficiency.

Skills

Strong typing skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly organized

Initiative

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

We're looking for an Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines to join our growing team on a 12 month contract or secondment position! This position will be in either the P&C or Auto CSU Team.

What you'll do here

• Handle insurance policy endorsements and cancellations
• Answer straightforward inquiries from brokers promptly and courteously
• Assist Underwriters with the administration of complex policies
• Apply underwriting strategies in accordance with company guidelines and personal underwriting authority limits
• Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies
• Work closely to develop and maintain positive business partnerships with brokers and co-workers
• Use the computer system for policy inquiry, electronic filing, underwriting and rating transactions
• Make recommendations to improve the department and increase its efficiency

What you bring to the table

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Strong typing skills to process daily work
• Highly organized to manage workflow efficiently without continuous supervision
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Initiative and ability to work under pressure
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office products and computer tools
• Team player
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada

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 temporary member of our team:

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

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.

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.