Commerical Lines Underwriter - Kitchener, Canada - Western Financial Group

Western Financial Group

Verified Company

Kitchener, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Truthfulness | Fairness | Value | Loyalty
As one of Canada's largest insurance providers, Western has more than 220 locations across Canada. With over 2,100 team members, our actions are anchored in our Guiding Principles, Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty. We take care to deliver the right insurance solution every time so our customers can live confidently.

Underwiter, Commerical Lines

In this role you will support Western's Account Executives by liaising with insurance specialists for accurate risk assessment, mitigation and acceptance for new policies.

You will be accountable for collaborating with your team members to maintain service standards and improve procedures for the various insurance products we sell.

Here is what a typical day looks like

Gather and assess risk information to determine eligibility on risk for all general insurance
Assist in development of new programs and maintain current programs
Communicate with Westerns Account Executives regarding new policy issuance, changes, renewals and cancellations
Advise, interpret and validate coverage based on policy terms
Prepare and submit monthly reports to Insurers
Process policy changes, renewals and cancellations
Support internal departments and branches with policy interpretation and technical advice
Assist with industry market research to ensure premiums and coverage are competitive

The value you bring

General Insurance Level 2 License, CIP, or CAIB
1 year in an Underwriting position, preferably with Commercial Insurance
Professional communication etiquette, both written and verbal
Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently
Involvement in industry related associations and your community

Hours:
Full-Time, Permanent hours/week

Location:
Hybrid in Kitchener, ON (2 days in office, 3 days WFH)

Salary Range:
$69,000 - $94,000

Job Requisition #: 80323

What if I don't meet every requirement?

If you're excited about the role but your experience doesn't check every box - we still encourage you to apply.

You may be the right person for this role - or we might have another that suits you even better

At Western, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace in the communities we work and live in If you have questions or require accommodation, please reach out to us.

Health and Wellness

We take pride in providing programs that add value to our people's lives - after all, they are our greatest asset.

Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation package consisting of 3 weeks' vacation, 14 wellness days, company matching investment and savings programs, and 100% employer-paid group benefits, including a health care spending account.

For over 20 years, supporting our local communities has been a part of everything we do - it's engrained in our culture though the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.