Underwriter, Personal Lines (12-Month Secondment or Contract)

at  Intact

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.
Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are– here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our employee promise.
Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.
Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for an Underwriter to join our Personal Lines team in our downtown Toronto office. This is a 12-Month Secondment or Contract position.

WHAT YOU’LL DO HERE:

• Assess and evaluate moderately complex risks
• Process, underwrite and authorize the acceptance of new business, renewals, cancellations and endorsements to develop and retain profitable business
• Ensure authorized limits are in accordance with established company guidelines, applicable laws and regulations as well as apply standard rates and premiums in underwriting quotes
• Review supporting claims reports and legal background
• Implement and exercise learned techniques including qualifying business opportunity, prepare for contact, contact internal/external business partners, develop proposals, promote proposals, gain commitment and close the agreement
• Provide technical advice, mentoring and coaching to team members and new hires
• Participate in delivery of technical training to internal staff and internal/external business partners
• Develop and manage relationships with internal/external business partners, participate in courtesy visits, insurance industry and marketing events, promote products and services, solicit new business and identify opportunities for profitable growth
• Write summaries regarding overall results

Working here means you’ll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique