The Intermediate Underwriter, Commercial Lines, underwrites and prices new business applications, endorsements and renewals on commercial lines policies within a set binding authority to grow and maintain a profitable portfolio.
Maintain in-force policies and ensure all policies are issued within service standards with the appropriate wordings, schedules, and certificates attached
Develop and maintain excellent working relationship with brokers by providing exceptional customer service
Work collaboratively to support broker, claims, pricing and accounting inquires
Provide exceptional customer service by answering telephone inquiries, making outgoing calls, respond to emails and/or faxes as may be required
Track and produce daily, weekly and monthly production activity reports
Assist in monthly business activity reporting
Willingness to travel as some travel may be required
Other duties as assigned
Who You Are
A minimum of 3 years experience in commercial lines underwriting
Post-secondary education in a related field is required
Working towards CIP, FCIP or CRM designation is an asset
Extensive knowledge and experience with product development and developing underwriting guidelines
Strong product knowledge and a thorough understanding of insurance policy wordings and the ability to make sound business decisions based on those wordings
Excellent analytical skills and decision-making skills
A beginner to intermediate level of English is required in addition to French, as this role involves communicating, both verbally and in writing, with our clients, partners, and other Echelon Insurance teams across the country.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Able to effectively set priorities to meet deadlines with a strong attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish professional relationships
