Underwriter (Home Warranty) - Vancouver, Canada - The Travelers Companies, Inc.

The Travelers Companies, Inc.

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who Are We?
Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That's Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers and opportunities for our employees.
You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.
Job Category

Underwriting

Target Openings

What Is the Opportunity?
Solid Reputation. Passionate People. Endless Opportunities.

We are one of the leading insurance companies in North America.

Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.

You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.

TRAVELERS CANADA is hiring for an Account Executive in our Home Warranty Underwriting department.

This position reports to the Manager, Underwriting in the Vancouver office, and will have a focus on underwriting assigned accounts; maintaining client relationships, development of new business and servicing the existing clients.

What Will You Do?

Understand the provisions of the Homeowners Protection Act and Regulations as well as the requirements for home warranty coverage that involve BC Housing
Licensing and Consumer Services.
Be familiar with Travelers Canada underwriting guidelines, departmental product lines, internal processes, standard forms, contract documentation and lines of authority and responsibility.
Be able to prepare for delivery warranty documentation within the bounds of authority. Ensure the accuracy of all documents issued by Travelers.
Possess a complete knowledge of all Travelers warranty products with the ability to market effectively to new and existing clients.
Be able to build and maintain client relationships.
Detailorientated and analytical
Focus on building relationships within Travelers and with various business partners
Motivation to provide bestinclass service
An aptitude for swift, empathic problem solving
The capacity to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment
Resourceful and a selfstarter
Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience & Qualifications:

University degree (preferably in a business discipline) or equivalent
Minimum 2 years underwriting, lending or credit analysis experience
Residential construction or real estate experience would be an asset
Strong Sales or Relationship Management experience
Tech savvy

- strong computer skills, especially in MS Word and Excel

What is a Must Have?

One year of financerelated experience or relevant insurance or underwriting experience required.
What Is in It for You?
Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members including spouses, partners, and children are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
Retirement: Travelers provides a core contribution of 3% of your total eligible earnings to your Deferred Profit Sharing Plan ("DPSP"). Travelers also matches your savings plan contribution dollarfordollar up to 5% of base pay.
Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off ("PTO") annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 36 PTO days per year. You will also receive twelve paid company Holidays.
Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Life Balance program provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through Life Balance, you're eligible for free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist.
Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment or interview process we will work with you to accommodate your needs.

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