Hybrid Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines

at Intact

• Job title: Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: High School Diploma
• Tech skills: Flux
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Laval, Canada

About the role

• Underwriting Assistant handling commercial lines and supporting underwriters at Intact. Collaborating with brokers and managing policy endorsements and cancellations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage policy endorsements and cancellations.
• Respond courteously to basic inquiries from brokers.
• Assist underwriters in administering complex policies.
• Apply underwriting strategies in accordance with company guidelines and individual underwriting authority limits.
• Support brokers on underwriting and rating policies.
• Work closely to develop and maintain positive business partnerships with brokers and colleagues.
• Use the computer system for policy inquiries, electronic filing, underwriting and rating operations.
• Make recommendations to improve the department and increase its efficiency.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Experience in underwriting (an asset).
• DEC or AEC in Property and Casualty Insurance (an asset).
• At least 2 years of relevant experience, ideally gained within a large professional services or business services company.
• Ability to use available resources and take ownership of professional development.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism on a daily basis.
• Highly organized and self-directed to manage workflow effectively without continuous supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate with the ability to work across multiple systems.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products and IT tools.
• Initiative, ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to be a team player, drive change and be a positive leader.
• No Canadian work experience required, but must have authorization to work in Canada.

Benefits

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success.
• An industry-leading employee share purchase plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased.
• A comprehensive pension and benefits package, with access to virtual care.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave per year.
• An annual wellness account that supports an active, healthy lifestyle.
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embrace change and connect with colleagues.
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem with learning paths, interactive online content and inspiring programs.
• Inclusive, employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities.
• Inspirational leaders and colleagues who will elevate and help you grow.
• A community impact program, because what matters to you is part of what makes you unique.