Regional Property Underwriter - Ottawa, Canada - Definity Careers

Description

What can you expect in this role?

• You'll assess, accept, and decline new business submissions
• You'll re-underwrite and negotiate renewals, and policy endorsements
• You'll negotiate the terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers in writing, by telephone, electronic mail or in person
• You'll develop and maintain positive broker relations
• You'll participate in production calls on brokerage offices, as required
• You'll provide technical support to brokers

What do you bring to the role?

• University degree in any discipline or a 2 year diploma from a publicly recognized and funded college or a completed CIP designation
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Commercial Lines underwriting
• Established relationships with the following brokers would be considered an asset: Aon, BFL, HUB, Gallagher and Marsh
• Strong analytical skills; able to quickly interpret data, information, reports
• Strong customer service, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer literacy skills
• Strong ability to influence and effectively negotiate with stakeholders
• You're professional, friendly and courteous in all interactions, with both customers and co-workers
• You perform well in a busy environment and remains calm under pressure
• You're a team player that is adaptable to a changing environment
• You have strong problem solving abilities
• You have well developed analytical skills.
• You can weigh many complex factors to ultimately make sound decisions, and explain your rationale
• Your work ethic drives you to take on challenges and see them through to completion
• You collaborate well will others, sharing your ideas, and listening to and integrating those of others
• Fluency in both English and French is an asset

Salary Range is $48,700 - $89,800