Underwriter I - Edmonton, Canada - Alberta Motor Association

    Alberta Motor Association
    Alberta Motor Association Edmonton, Canada

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 week ago

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    Regular Full time
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    AMA

    YOU'RE NO STRANGER TO risk.

    IN FACT, YOU FACE IT every day.

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    Closed: Until Filled

    Location: Edmonton, Kingsway

    Whenever you walk down the street or go to a friend's house, you find yourself doing a quick scan around to assess potential risks. You can't help it – it's just part of who you are. And that's okay, because we need someone like you to join our Insurance team as a Underwriter 1. In this role, you'll report to the Manager, Underwriting Operations and will be responsible for risk selection and underwriting in our service areas in Alberta. You'll work on a variety of product lines like automobile, property, umbrella liability and personal accident insurance.

    WHAT MOVES YOU

  • While you work well on your own, you love being part of and contributing to a team.
  • Not only are you known for your strong analytic mind, you're also an excellent communicator with some mad negotiation skills.
  • You're a mega multi-tasker, able to manage your time and priorities without breaking a sweat.
  • You have the ability to make intelligent decisions using sound judgment and reason.

    • WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Maintain strong relationships with our insurance agency and other internal departments.
  • Apply underwriting regulations for all of our insurance products.
  • Underwrite business transacted through agency.
  • Complete daily underwriting duties as assigned.
  • Work with agents to determine how to handle unusual situations and risks.
  • Process cancellations, endorsements and renewals if necessary.
  • Make risk selection decisions.

    • WHAT YOU'VE DONE

  • You have your high school diploma under your belt.
  • You have a solid understanding of the casualty insurance business with 5 years experience as an underwriter or agent.
  • You have, or are, working towards your CIP designation.
  • You're comfortable with automated systems and know your way around Microsoft Office software.
  • Having your General Insurance license would be an asset.

    • WHAT YOU'LL GET

  • Competitive salary.
  • Flexible benefits.
  • Outstanding employer-paid Retirement Savings Program.
  • Great AMA discounts.
  • Unlimited learning opportunities.
  • Paid Vacation and other paid time off including a Volunteer Day and Me-Day.