Full-Time Property Underwriting Team Leader
Job Description
Property Underwriting Team Leader
Who We Are
Family Insurance provides personal property and auto insurance protection for British Columbians and is a managing general agent for Economical Insurance. Founded in 1871, Economical Insurance is one of the largest insurance companies in Canada and is 100% Canadian owned.
Our mission is to be the insurance partner Canadians choose to protect what they value most. As one of BC’s Top Employers for 2018, we strive to be a provider of choice for auto and home insurance and an employer of choice in our industry.
Why You’ll Like It Here
- An incredible team of smart, collaborative, and supportive people to work with
- Great benefits, including tuition reimbursement, RRSP matching and fitness subsidies
- We are a company that values community, wellness and work-life balance. We offer personal leave, paid volunteer days and additional paid time off throughout the year
Who You Are
- You have an in-depth understanding of property and auto insurance wordings and their application to manage risk. Ideally, you will have gained this experience in the BC market.
- You are at your best while providing leadership, direction and mentorship to your reports, ensuring objectives are met
- You are prepared to “get your hands dirty” so that you can gain perspective and insight from your team and our partners
- You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, and enjoy the challenge of effectively managing daily operations as well as varied projects
- You are adaptable to a changing environment and successfully lead others through change
- You are an excellent communicator who is able to break down the “big picture” to your team and obtain buy-in to meet objectives
- You promote and contribute to a positive work environment by encompassing Family’s values
Some of Your Responsibilities*
- Coordinate the team daily to ensure service level agreements are maintained
- Assist in the development of internal procedures and documentation related to the HomeCover product to ensure consistent practices within the department.
- Coach team members regularly to provide direction, encourage development and assist with career progression
- Proactively manage individual team member performance and productivity
- Ensure that the team members understand the underwriting and business objectives to ensure everyone is working towards the same goal
- Assist underwriters to complete referrals when necessary, due to volume or complexity
- Manage relationships with all brokers to develop stable and profitable books of business
- Keep abreast of changes in the market place (new products, rates, laws or regulations) and recommend changes as required
* A detailed job description will be provided to qualifying candidates.
Your Skills & Experience
- 10 or more years’ experience as a personal insurance underwriter
- CIP or FCIP designation or post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must have a General Insurance Agent Level 2 License, or be willing and eligible to obtain the license within the first 30 days of employment
- Detailed knowledge of personal property and casualty insurance including risk analysis of home products; Knowledge of personal auto products is an asset
- Demonstrated ability to proactively problem solve and make recommendations
- Ability to interpret and effectively communicate complex information
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Results driven and customer focused
- Prior leadership experience is considered an asset
Family’s office is located in the picturesque Coal Harbour area of downtown Vancouver, close to the seawall, Stanley Park, and public transit. The company offers a supportive and collaborative work culture with great employee perks.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are asked to please apply online . Please submit a cover letter outlining your suitability for this opportunity and a copy of your resume. We would like to thank all candidates for showing interest in this role and our company; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.645 total views, 1 today
