We currently have an opening for a Commercial Lines Property Underwriter for our Northern Alberta Branch based out of our Edmonton office. Reporting to the Commercial Lines Manager for Northern Alberta, the successful candidate will contribute to the achievement of a profitable and growing portfolio of business by effectively and efficiently underwriting risks.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review quote request and applications to determine risk acceptability, policy terms and rates to process new business
- Review and process renewals, endorsements, and cancellations
- Place facultative reinsurance on risks that exceed capacity
- Provide underwriting advice and answer inquiries from brokers
- Liaise with personal lines, claims and accounting departments on mutual concerns
- Visit brokers to communicated underwriting approaches, facilitating public relation efforts, and solving problems
- Attend industry functions
- Various other duties as required
Required Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of policy wordings and rating guidelines
- Property and casualty insurance experience
- Post secondary education and/or working towards CIP/FCIP designation is an asset
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong negotiation and problem solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer service driven
- Ability to multi-task and monitor progress to meet deadlines
Working at Peace Hills
Along with a competitive base pay, Peace Hills understands that by reducing work-life struggles, individuals can enjoy a healthier lifestyle while improving productivity at work.
If you are interested in this great opportunity to build your career submit your resume, stating the position you are applying for, to Peace Hills Insurance at [email protected].
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
Application Deadline: November 20, 2024
