About Portage Mutual: Where Your Talent Makes a Difference
Imagine a workplace where your contributions are not only valued but also directly impact the lives of Canadians. At Portage Mutual Insurance, we’re more than just a trusted national property and casualty insurer—we’re a community of passionate individuals dedicated to serving our policyholders since 1884. Owned by our policyholders, we proudly offer competitive home, auto, commercial, and farm insurance products 100% through our broker network across Canada. Join a company rooted in tradition, driven by innovation, and powered by a people-first culture.
The Opportunity:
As a Personal Lines Data Entry & Underwriting Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our underwriting team by:
- Contributing to risk analysis and premium calculation.
- Accurately entering information into our policy systems.
- Providing exceptional assistance to brokers and policyholders through responsive inquiries.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and improve our service offerings.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist underwriters in processing new applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, declines, and quotes with accuracy and efficiency.
- Request inspections in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Prepare related correspondence and maintain supporting documentation as required.
- Respond to inquiries and provide support to brokers through verbal and written communication.
- Guide and direct brokers on the use of our policy and billing information technology system.
- Support the development and maintenance of strong relationships with brokers to maintain a stable and profitable book of business.
- Assist colleagues with special projects and other assigned tasks.
- Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
- Consistent accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
- Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Experience with administration or underwriting (preferred).
- Post-secondary certificate (preferred) or equivalent industry experience.
This 12-Month contract offers a valuable opportunity to:
- Gain hands-on experience in a well-established Canadian insurance company.
- Contribute to a collaborative and supportive underwriting team.
- Develop your skills in a professional setting with hands-on experience in data entry, underwriting support, and insurance operations.
- Be a part of an organization that values integrity, accountability, and service excellence.
If you’re seeking a rewarding career with a company that values its employees and is committed to making a difference, we invite you to apply! If you have the qualifications we are seeking and would thrive in a work environment where you are valued and respected, please apply!
Portage Mutual Insurance is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process. If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation, please advise the HR representative who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
Please submit your resume and cover letter!
We thank you for your interest in Portage Mutual Insurance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. (No agencies please).