Underwriter I, Personal Lines
Intact is a company committed to supporting its employees and helping them grow in their careers. They are seeking an Underwriter I for Personal Lines who will assess and evaluate insurance policy risks, underwrite new business, and build relationships with brokers to promote profitable growth. Responsibilities Assess and evaluate Personal Lines insurance policy risks Underwrite with transparency, and authorize the acceptance of new business, renewals, cancellations and endorsements to develop and retain profitable business Work within your authority, company guidelines, applicable laws and regulations, while applying rates and premiums on policies Review Underwriting reports such as claims, driver records and questionnaires to assess risk Be inquisitive and have a growth & solution mindset when communicating and helping brokers May provide technical advice, recommendations, and mentoring to your peers and brokers Deliver training by presenting to your peers and brokers Answering inquiries and making recommendations to brokers through verbal and written correspondence 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 Skills Completed undergraduate degree, diploma, or equivalent work experience in business, finance, administration, or a related field required Underwriting experience is an asset and these candidates will be prioritized Insurance Professional (CIP) designation complete, in progress or willing to complete within 3 years Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking Must be able to interpret policy wording and legal documents Excellent sales and customer retention skills Proficient computer and keyboarding skills Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship building abilities Willing to travel to broker's offices as required, in possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record Demonstrated efficiency and strong time-management skills to meet competing priorities No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada Benefits Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life) Annual bonus plan Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares Pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers Opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan Company Overview We created a purpose-driven company based on Values and a belief that insurance is about people, not things. It was founded in 1809, and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is