Insurance Services Representative & Broker

at  Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia

INSURANCE SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE & BROKER

Are you looking for a position where you make a difference in our communities? At the Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia (MIABC) we invest in BC’s communities so that they can invest in themselves. Each day, through every piece of advice shared, every outreach program offered, and every insurance policy written, our organization proudly declares that what makes each community unique is worthwhile, empowering the communities at the very heart of our province and the people who are the heart of those communities.
The MIABC is looking for an energetic, motivated, and career-minded insurance professional to join our growing Insurance Services department. We are a member-owned non-profit insurance reciprocal that provides liability coverage to over 170 local governments in British Columbia, and property and ancillary coverage to over half of our members.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Level 2 BC Insurance License mandatory.
• Insurance designation (CAIB, CIP, CRM) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial insurance or commercial underwriting experience.
• Broad knowledge of all classes of insurance for local governments.
• Knowledge of cyber and construction insurance is an asset.
• Good technical insurance knowledge for interpretation and development of policy language.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Professional interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Analytical skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 programs (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.).

OUR PERKS:

• Participation in a defined pension plan.
• Extended health care benefits including an incidental health spending account.
• The ability to work remotely two days per week.
• Optional participation in a flex-day plan allowing for 18 flex days per calendar year.
• Legislative statutory holidays off, including Easter Monday and Boxing Day.
• A centrally located office next to transit, shopping, restaurants, and the False Creek seawall.
• Free parking on a first-come first-serve basis with EV charging stations.
• Secure private bike storage.
• Monthly allowance for employees who choose to use their personal mobile phone for business.
• Professional development days.
• Mentorship programs.
• Staff social activities.
  Status: Permanent full-time
  Pay Range: $71,940 to $89,925
  The full job description can be viewed on our website at https://www.miabc.org/about-miabc/work-us/careers-miabc. The posting and qualified applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to Janet Kwong at careers@miabc.org.
  We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
  Experience : 5 years or mor

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with various insurance markets to ensure members receive the best coverage and competitive pricing.
• Gather information and provide quotes for members’ liability, property and ancillary insurance needs.
• Underwrite property coverage and market ancillary coverages.
• Support members in reporting ancillary claims and act as an advocate if required.
• Prepare and bind new and renewal policy coverages.
• Assist in corresponding with reinsurers to obtain facultative coverage as needed.
• Identify, develop, and manage existing and new insurance products and programs.
• Assist the Insurance Services team in preparing quotes and requests for proposals for MIABC members and prospective members.
• Answer member queries on potential risks, coverage needs, limits, policy additions, wording, and insurance-related contract provisions, and recommend coverage as necessary.
• Review documentation (certificates, invoices, etc.) prepared by the Insurance Services Administrator and prepare documentation during absences and peak periods.
• Collaborate with the Claims team to ensure progress on property claims and provide updates to members as required.
• Assist the Insurance Services team with presentation preparations.
• Nurture strong working relationships with underwriters, brokers, other service providers, and members.
• Provide backup support to other members of the Insurance Services team during absences.
• Stay updated on changes in the insurance industry, including new products, by attending continuing education seminars, reading insurance publications, and liaising with industry personnel.
• Follow MIABC service standards, policies, and procedures.
• Cooperate and collaborate with other employees and members in a spirit of teamwork and collegiality.
• Promote and represent the MIABC as a professional association by visiting members, presenting education sessions, and attending various industry events.
• Participate in MIABC’s internal Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties and special projects as assigned.