Commercial Lines Property Underwriter (ROC)

We currently have an opening for a Commercial Lines Property Underwriter for our Rest of Canada ("ROC") Branch based out of our Edmonton office. Reporting to the ROC Underwriting Manager for ROC, 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:

• 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

What You'll Bring:

• 3-5 years of commercial property and casualty experience in a similar role or a combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of policy wordings and rating guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• CIP/FCIP designation (or working towards) would be an asset.
• Guidewire experience would be considered an asset.

What You'll Experience:

• 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.

Why Peace Hills:

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 [email protected]
This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.