Strategic Distribution and Growth Lead at Zurich Canada focusing on broker and customer partnerships while supporting market expansion. Analyzing risks and enhancing client engagement for business growth.
About the role
- Underwriting Assistant providing administrative support for underwriters in a fast-growing insurance company. Handling insurance documentation and maintaining underwriting databases efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Prepare standard insurance documents using templates and underwriters' guidelines.
- Enter and update data in Guidewire or other systems.
- Organize and maintain digital underwriting files.
- Respond to routine inquiries from brokers and escalate more complex cases.
- Assist in gathering underwriting information for submissions.
- Support compliance efforts by ensuring documentation accuracy.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience in the insurance industry
- Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Bilingual (English/French) to support underwriters and brokers across Canada, both written and spoken
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple requests and prioritize effectively
- Adaptability and a proactive approach
- Ability to work independently with a strong sense of responsibility
Benefits
- Office space available depending on location
- Hybrid remote work for work–life balance
- Group benefits, wellness account, employee and family assistance program, and telemedicine
- Access to a retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- 7 personal days
- Birthday leave
- Bonus program
- Wellness program
- Training reimbursement program
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