What are the responsibilities and job description for the PERSONAL LINES UNDERWRITER (CALGARY) position at Peace Hills Insurance?
Personal Lines Underwriter (Calgary)
We currently have a permanent full-time position available for a Personal Lines Underwriter in our Southern Alberta Branch. This position is based out of our Calgary office. Reporting to the Personal Lines Underwriting Manager in Southern Alberta, the successful candidate will contribute to the achievement of a profitable and growing portfolio of business by effectively and efficiently underwriting risks.
What You’ll Do
Peace Hills General Insurance Company has been serving Western Canada since 1982 with home, auto and business insurance products. Our head office is in Edmonton, Alberta, with branch offices in Calgary and Vancouver. We currently employ over 300 staff who work with more than 1,000 broker offices across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon Territory.
Peace Hills is proudly owned by the Samson Cree Nation, and it is through Wahkôtowin – a Cree word that means “kinship” and the interconnectedness of all beings – that we are and continue to be a respected insurer that provides creative and responsive solutions.
Ready to apply? Send your resume and cover letter to hr@phgic.com
This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
We currently have a permanent full-time position available for a Personal Lines Underwriter in our Southern Alberta Branch. This position is based out of our Calgary office. Reporting to the Personal Lines Underwriting Manager in Southern Alberta, the successful candidate will contribute to the achievement of a profitable and growing portfolio of business by effectively and efficiently underwriting risks.
What You’ll Do
- Evaluate and analyze quote requests to determine risk acceptability, policy terms and rates to process new business;
- Review and process renewals, endorsements and cancellations;
- Analyze broker production reports;
- Provide underwriting advice and answer inquiries from brokers;
- Liaise with claims and accounting departments on mutual concerns;
- Visit brokers to communicate underwriting approaches, facilitating public relations efforts and solving problems;
- Attend industry functions to promote and represent Peace Hills;
- Various other duties as required.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in an underwriting role;
- Proven knowledge and understanding of auto and property contract;
- Strong written and verbal communication;
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills;
- Strong computer skills;
- Proven auditing and review skills;
- Ability to maintain established service levels and provide exceptional customer service;
- CIP/FCIP designation (or working towards) would be an asset.
- Competitive base pay with annual bonus eligibility;
- Healthy work-life balance including a day off every 4 weeks;
- Matching contributions to your Registered Pension Plan;
- Personal insurance reimbursement;
- Social events held throughout the year;
- Celebration of your team’s achievements each year with an annual staff appreciation event;
- A career in a stable and essential industry, at a company with an exceptional corporate culture and opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Peace Hills General Insurance Company has been serving Western Canada since 1982 with home, auto and business insurance products. Our head office is in Edmonton, Alberta, with branch offices in Calgary and Vancouver. We currently employ over 300 staff who work with more than 1,000 broker offices across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon Territory.
Peace Hills is proudly owned by the Samson Cree Nation, and it is through Wahkôtowin – a Cree word that means “kinship” and the interconnectedness of all beings – that we are and continue to be a respected insurer that provides creative and responsive solutions.
Ready to apply? Send your resume and cover letter to hr@phgic.com
This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.