Underwriter II, Commercial Lines

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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

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Property and Casualty Intermediate or Senior Underwriter with a strong sales mindset to join our growing team!

As a Property and Casualty Intermediate or Senior Underwriter in our Commercial Lines department, your work will have a big impact by networking and building relationships with brokers and growing a profitable book of business. You will work with our Brokers focusing on a wide range of commercial risks, including segments such as, manufacturing, commercial real estate, contracting, wholesaling, warehousing, health services and other financial, business professional services. People will count on you to think outside the box and provide creative solutions. You will build a profitable portfolio of Property and Casualty accounts with an emphasis on quoting new business by utilizing your experience.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based in our Winnipeg office and required a minimum of 2 days a week in office.

What You'll Do Here

• Assess, evaluate and negotiate on moderate to complex risks.
• Apply effective pricing and underwriting strategies in accordance with Company guidelines and personal underwriting authority limits.
• Quote, negotiate, sell, and authorize the acceptance of moderate to complex new business, renewals, and endorsements to develop and retain profitable business according to the business plan established for the department.
• Participate in broker visits, insurance industry functions and marketing events in support of broker relationship development.
• Provide technical advice, coaching and mentorship to team members.
• Use computer systems for policy inquiry, electronic filing, underwriting and rating transactions.
• Foster cooperative broker relationships to identify and develop sales opportunities.
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• Minimum 3+ years commercial insurance experience.
• Commercial Underwriting experience a strong asset.
• Strong track record of developing, mentoring and coaching teammates.
• Able to develop and grow excellent relationships with brokers and colleagues.
• Sales-focused and demonstrated confidence when negotiating and communicating with brokers.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Self-driven and able to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Solution seeker and able to make recommendations to increase work efficiency.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office products and capable of navigating through multiple systems in a fast-paced environment.
• Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation preferred.
• 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.