Support the strategic product development plan to achieve growth targets.
Develop guidelines, authority statements and manage the referral process to support performance and underwriting.
Gather market intelligence by working directly with distribution, brokers and customers and compare Intact's product offering to the competition.
Research technology-based solutions for pricing, underwriting, risk assessment and loss mitigation opportunities
Collaborate with internal teams to explore new growth and profitability opportunities through technical research and relationship building.
Assist in portfolio management through governance best practices, profitability and growth analysis.
Perform technical underwriting audit.
Communicate changes related underwriting guidelines and new products.
Provide underwriting training, lending expertise colleagues and distribution underwriters.

University degree/College diploma or any combination of equivalent education and experience
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in large, complex property underwriting
Highly organized, with the ability to work towards goals while adapting to change in a fast paced environment
Strong communication skills, including the ability to persuade as well as challenge others
Can work effectively and respectfully with individuals at all levels of the organization
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in collaboration with national departmental teams
Effective analytical, negotiating and decision-making skills
Can work well under tight deadlines, including organizational and time management skills
High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability
Digital and Data Acumen, understanding how these two items can support and facilitate the customer and Underwriters experience
CIP is a must and FCIP and/or CRM designation is an asset
Willing to travel on occasion
No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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

Underwriting Specialist, Specialty Lines – Property

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