Senior Underwriter - Commercial Lines

Working Business Language: Bilingual in French and English. This role is considered a head office role and requires regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders across Canada where the business languages utilized are both English and French. As such, the successful candidate must be fully proficient in English and French.Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan. The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $80,000+. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.About UsAt Wawanesa, we’re proud to offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from Montreal, QC.We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.Working under minimal supervision, the Underwriter Sr. – Commercial Lines is responsible for analyzing the acceptability of complex and high premium volume business according to company guidelines by working collaboratively with our sales force and providing value added expertise and service to both potential and existing policyholders.Job ResponsibilitiesPerform risk analysis using technology as well as external data sources for the purposes of quoting, negotiating and authorizing the acceptance of risk.Arrange reinsurance or subscribing companies where appropriate.Determine eligibility for policy renewals based on guidelines and retention goals of the company.Maintain accurate records of decisions made and maintain completeness of policy data.Communicate decisions, and respond to requests in a prompt and professional manner.Act as a subject matter expert for insurance policies, processes, regulations and audit.Mentor and train less experienced team members.Participate in periodic work reviews for quality assurance purposes.Support the development and implementation of business change.Ensure efficient handling of work assignments, including calls.Influence team members in a positive manner, and provide short term direction effectively working towards team goals.Foster positive working relationships with internal and external parties, including networking at industry events.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsFive years Property and Casualty industry experience.Post-secondary education or related business experience.Completed or actively pursuing a Property and Casualty Industry Designation.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent attention to detail with the ability to review information carefully and comprehensively.Excellent decision making skills with the ability to provide justification.Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information in a convincing manner.Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to identify and implement solutions.Adapts to change and performs effectively under pressure.Ability to multi-task and monitor progress to meet deadlines.Diversity, Equity & InclusionWawanesa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is equitable and inclusive for all. Wawanesa provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s protected status: race/ethnicity, colour, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status. Disability or medical-related accommodations are available upon request throughout all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations may contact, in confidence, [email protected] you are interested in this exciting, challenging position with Wawanesa, apply today with your Resume. #J-18808-Ljbffr