Contract Underwriter
Job Description
Position:
The Canadian Branch of Inter Hannover is seeking to hire an Underwriter to work out of our branch office in downtown Toronto ON. This is a new position for the local office. We are seeking an ambitious and self-motivated individual that is up for the challenge of working as part of small dynamic underwriting team within a growing Canadian branch. The Underwriter would report to the Head of the Canadian Branch. The position is offered on a 24 month fixed term contract basis however it is our expectation that if there is determined to be mutual fit the role would transition to that of a Full Time Equivalent (FTE) before the expiration of the contract.
Primary Responsibilities:
Profitable management and development of a portfolio of delegated authority (DA) business.
Monitoring activities of Managing General Agents (MGA) in accordance with established DA control framework.
Identification and evaluation of new DA opportunities.
As an Underwriter within the Delegated Authority team the individual would have underwriting responsibility for a portfolio of Canadian MGA’s across various lines of business.
Monthly monitoring of the performance of the agents through analysis of KPIs and Management Information. Bring any issues to the attention of the Head of Branch and recommend the appropriate course of action to address.
Work with Home Office Reinsurance Team to ensure adequate reinsurance protection is in place for each of assigned MGAs.
Assist Head of Branch with Quarterly Branch Underwriting Report and with Business Board presentation.
Coordinate and chairing of all regular and exceptional meetings with or in relation to assigned MGA’s.
Conduct at least annual underwriting file audits of assigned MGA business
Coordinate annual operational audits of assigned MGAs
Handle one off special acceptance requests from agents. Provide technical guidance to MGA underwriters.
Work closely with Claims Manager in reviewing all large losses from assigned MGA portfolio.
Work with Underwriting Assistant on matters related to reporting and compliance.
How to Apply
Qualified applicants are asked to submit their resume by July 21, 2017 Attention: Head of Canadian Branch, Inter Hannover Email: derek.spafford@inter-hannover.com1031 total views, 1 today
