Full-Time Intermediate Commercial Underwriter
Job Description
“Times like these call for a PERFECT FIT”
Wynward Insurance Group is a progressive company known for developing innovative insurance products and services for Canadian business and our broker partners from coast to coast.
Founded in 1920, we are proud to be a subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons Ltd and 100% Canadian owned, conducting business in all 10 provinces and 3 territories. Our Head Office is located in Winnipeg MB, with additional offices in Halifax NS, London ON, and Regina SK.
Description:
We are looking for a self-motivated insurance professional who is business minded, results driven and customer focused, with the ability to prioritize and consistently meet deadlines.
Reporting to the Underwriting Supervisor, the Intermediate Commercial Underwriter will be responsible for the day to day activities involved in underwriting property and casualty business.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, investigate and refer risks that are not within assigned authority levels.
- Research and evaluate submissions.
- Produce, negotiate and underwrite new and renewal business using our philosophies and guidelines.
- Deliver exceptional service to our brokers while ensuring quality underwriting standards are met.
- Meet and exceed individual and team targets on new and renewal business, while maintaining profitability.
- Arrange facultative excess reinsurance when necessary.
- Order and review risk control inspections and follow up on recommendations.
- Review and analyze losses and make appropriate recommendations for loss prevention.
- Develop and maintain broker portfolios through regular contact, including broker visits and attendance at industry functions and be proactive in driving success and developing new business opportunities.
- Maintain a good working knowledge of forms, wordings, and company products.
- Work closely with Management to develop and maintain positive business relationships and profitability.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years Commercial Property & Casualty underwriting or broker experience is an asset.
- Strong analytical, assessment, decision-making, and organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Good sales and negotiation skills, self-motivated, comfortable doing presentations.
- Good computer and keyboarding skills and familiarity with MS Office software.
- Completion of or working towards a CIP or FCIP designation.
We pride ourselves in working collaboratively with our team members in creating a workplace rooted in the principles of integrity, passion and hard work. Our team members describe Wynward as refreshing, progressive, and innovative with an engaging team-first environment.
Wynward Insurance Group offers a competitive salary, an exceptional benefits package including health and dental benefits, a competitive pension plan and we support and reward high performance with a competitive bonus policy. To encourage you to maximize your potential we provide continuing training and education opportunities via our educational reimbursement plan.
How to Apply
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