Underwriting Consultant, Corporate - D&O and Crime

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

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Canada is seeking a Consultant specializing in D&O and Crime insurance to join their Corporate Specialty Lines team. This role involves identifying coverage issues, providing project management support, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience, strong project management skills, and effective communication abilities. This position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Financial rewards program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flex pension and benefits package

Possibility to purchase extra days off

Annual wellness account

Learning ecosystem access

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in underwriting D&O and Crime insurance.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to make decisions and solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and elevate coverage issues impacting profitability.
• Provide support on strategic corporate Specialty Lines projects.
• Review and modify referrals made on accounts.
• Conduct regulatory and compliance research.
• Collaborate on regulatory filings and industry submissions.
• Participate in audits for quality control.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Negotiating skills

Organizational skills

Education

CIP or FCIP designation

Job description

About the role

A career in Underwriting within Intact Specialty Solutions is an opportunity to develop expertise and deliver innovative solutions across a broad range of specialty insurance products in a wide variety of industry segments from group accident and health to ocean marine and technology. Be part of a Specialty Solutions leader with a book of business that spans more than 180 countries and seize the chance to make a global impact as we continue to grow beyond $20 billion of total annual premiums.

We’re looking for a Consultant with strong expertise in D&O and Crime insurance to join our Corporate Specialty Lines team.

This is a national role with an opportunity to work out of any location in Canada.

For internal applicants, this could be a secondment or permanent opportunity based on individual's preference.

What you’ll do here :

Identify and elevate coverage issues and emerging trends that have an impact on profitability

Provide research, development and project management support on strategic corporate Specialty Lines projects.

Provide technical support and guidance to ensure a consistent application of corporate guidelines, quality and timely service, as well as effective control of insurance risks.

Review, approve, modify or decline referrals that are made on accounts beyond the authorities of our underwriting teams.

Conduct business and underwriting due diligence including regulatory and compliance research.

Collaborate with stakeholders on regulatory filings and submissions to Insurance Regulators

Participate in regulatory and industry meetings.

Participate in audits of accounts written by Specialty Solutions for quality control purposes. Provide recommendations and report on the findings

Develop, review and update technical policy wording and manuals, as required.

Establish and maintain productive business relationships with internal departments and external partners.

Manage day-to-day underwriting activities of strategic partnerships.

Contribute to the development of new products and corporate guidelines to effectively control insurance risks and positively impact profitability.

Research, implement and manage technology-based solutions for pricing and underwriting.

Support growth and profitability analysis.

Assist with product approval and strategic account review process.

What you bring to the table :

5+ years of experience in underwriting of D&O and Crime insurance in Public, Private and Not for Profit entities.

CIP or FCIP designation, or any combination of equivalent education and experience.

Can handle multiple, competing priorities and projects.

Strong project management skills, including the ability to lead, initiate, monitor and close projects.

Can make decisions in time sensitive situations, address complex problems, provide recommended course of action and take calculated risks.

Highly organized, with the ability to work towards goals while adapting to change in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills, including the ability to persuade as well as challenge others

Can deal effectively and respectfully with individuals at all levels of the organization

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in collaboration with national departmental teams

Effective analytical, negotiating and decision-making skills

High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability

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

For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism (French & English) is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.

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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.