VP, Regional Underwriting Manager overseeing underwriting integrity and profitability for commercial construction P&C products. Leading a team while achieving production goals within the assigned region.
About the role
- Souscripteur specializing in transport and auto insurance for Intact. Engaging in long-term relationships with brokers and service fulfillment.
Responsibilities
- Accept, decline, approve, renew or cancel policies in accordance with Intact's underwriting guidelines and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and subject to the level of authority specified by the underwriting manager.
- Develop business opportunities and build meaningful long-term relationships with our broker partners by delivering legendary service.
- Use negotiation skills to maintain healthy relationships both within and outside the company.
- Respond to inquiries and provide recommendations to brokers and insurers verbally and in writing.
- Participate in broker visits, industry functions and marketing events to support broker relationship development.
- Review underwriting reports and make recommendations as needed.
- Communicate changes related to product pricing, underwriting guidelines and new products.
- Support and mentor team members within Specialized Solutions as well as other Intact divisions.
Requirements
- Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Administrative Techniques (insurance option) or in Insurance and Financial Services, or other relevant training.
- Holding the PAA designation or being close to obtaining it is an asset.
- Minimum 1–3 years of relevant experience (commercial auto insurance, trucking, specialty lines).
- Strong customer service skills.
- Demonstrates initiative, ability to work under pressure and adaptability to change.
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills and business acumen.
- Ability to develop and maintain excellent broker relationships.
- Ability to make decisions in urgent situations, solve complex problems, recommend actions and take calculated risks.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office products with intermediate Excel proficiency.
- Frequent travel required to visit brokers.
- Bilingual (French and English) — regular interaction with colleagues across the country is required.
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
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