Senior Underwriter Farm (Fleet)-1 year secondment

Definity • Full-time • Waterloo, ON, CA • 5h ago

Job Description

What can you expect in this role?

Assessing, accepting, and declining moderate to complex new business submissions, within assigned underwriting authority
Re-underwriting and negotiating renewals and policy endorsements
Ordering of inspections, financial reports, or other underwriting information for use in your analysis of critical risk hazards and decision making
Negotiating the terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers in writing, by telephone, electronic mail or in person
Participating in production calls on brokerage offices, as required
Providing technical support to brokers
Actively participating in weekly internal production meetings
Mentoring and providing technical support to less experience team members
Contribute to the profitable growth of the business by identifying the underlying factors that contribute to the profitability of a risk while demonstrating the ability to constructively engage, influence and negotiate to exceed broker needs and expectations.
Demonstrate a strong market knowledge and visibility in the industry as a respected collaborator able to partner with brokers for the purpose of growing a profitable portfolio of business.
Make underwriting and pricing decisions on individual risks, as well as underwriting the individual risk within the context of a broker's broader portfolio of business.
Be accountable for the selection and proper rating of mid-market property insurance transaction types (e.g., applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, voids, reinstatements, etc.).

What do you bring to this role?

University degree or a college diploma or the CIP designation is required
Minimum of 3-5 years Commercial Automobile Fleet & Garage underwriting experience
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Professional friendly and courteous in all interactions, with both customers and co-workers
Performs well in a busy environment and remains calm under pressure
Team player adaptable to a changing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem-solving abilities
Strong sales orientation
Proven ability to develop and maintain positive broker relations
Ability to travel periodically within Ontario and Alberta

Salary Range: $59,300-$109,200