Underwriter I, Commercial Marine - Coast Underwriters Limited

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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

Coast Underwriters is looking for an Underwriter I to join our team in Toronto!

This is a hybrid role that requires a minimum of two (2) days per week working in the office in Downtown Toronto.

What you’ll do here:

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

• Accept, reject, endorse, renew or cancel policies following Coast's underwriting guidelines and procedures, applicable laws and regulations and subject to authority level as specified by underwriting manager

• Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies

• Focus on sustainable profitable growth

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

• Participate in broker visits, industry functions and marketing events

• Respond to broker requests and concerns in a timely manner

• Rate and prepare quotes for new business and renewals

• Handle policy transactions including renewals, endorsements and cancellations

• Support team members within Coast Underwriters Limited as well as other divisions at Intact

• Maintain great relationships with brokers and travel for meetings as required

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum 1 year of relevant Commercial Lines underwriting experience preferred

• Candidates with prior marine insurance industry experience will be prioritized

• Strong customer service and time management skills

• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Office products

• Inquisitive, analytical and self-motivated individual with strong critical thinking skills

• Demonstrate initiative and ability to work under pressure and flexibility to change

• Team player possessing outstanding collaboration and communication skills

• Ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with brokers

• Ability to make decisions in time sensitive situations, provide recommended course of action and take calculated risks

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

• CIP designation or working towards it

• 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 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.