Commercial Underwriter, Manufacturing (New Business)

What it’s like to be a Northbridge Commercial Underwriter, Manufacturing (New Business)? Our Underwriters customize solutions for our commercial clients when they need insurance products. They work closely with our extensive broker network to develop unique solutions for all classes of risk. Through close collaboration with our Risk Services and Claims departments they can get a holistic picture of each risk and make Underwriting decisions that make sense for all parties. They are passionate about maintaining strong relationships with our internal and external stakeholders and love utilizing their strong technical skills to ensure that risks are assessed properly. They are experts in their field and passionate about servicing our brokers – this means emails and phone calls don’t go unanswered, and broker meetings are regularly penned into their calendars. We want your talent! If you are great at: Commercial Underwriting Executing renewal rates and exposure, retention, and rate adequacy guidelines Analyzing new business for risk profitability Monitoring trends and developments, identifying areas of concern regarding loss ratio Building relationships If you have: 3+ years of Underwriting experience with a commercial/manufacturing focus Completed, or pursuing your CIP designation (an asset) Strong customer service background Experience connecting with clients in a virtual world Team-first mentality We really mean it when we say we put you first. Here are a few ways how: We have a flexible hybrid model that allows you to work from home up to 2 days per week, with added flexibility for when you really need it. We offer competitive salaries and support your financial health through our employee share purchase plan, pension plans, RRSP, discounts on staff insurance, and more! We help you prioritize your well-being from day one through flexible health benefits, early leave days, wellness programs, rewards, and recognition programs. We are invested in helping you grow in your career through education assistance to complete your CIP, FCIP, CRM or other courses desired, internal mobility, Leadership training and mentoring programs. NBFC cares about the community and supports the causes you believe in with donation matching and team volunteer days. Who we are: We’re Northbridge Insurance. We’re proud to work with Canada’s most trusted commercial broker networks. We have a reputation for being one of Canada’s leading commercial insurance providers. Our employees are dedicated to understanding the needs of our customers and creating solutions that help Canadian businesses have a safer and brighter future. We’re a company of passionate people who put people first. Do you want to join a team that believes in working hard – and having fun at work – all while making a difference? Look no further than Northbridge. At Northbridge Financial we embrace and celebrate you and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all! No matter who you are or what makes you unique, we welcome you. Please let us know how we can assist or accommodate you during the selection process.

The Commercial Underwriter will customize insurance solutions for commercial clients while collaborating with broker networks and internal departments. They are responsible for analyzing new business for risk profitability and monitoring trends to ensure proper risk assessment.

Candidates must have at least 3 years of underwriting experience with a focus on commercial or manufacturing sectors. A strong customer service background and a team-first mentality are required, with a CIP designation considered an asset.

• Flexible hybrid model • Employee share purchase plan • Pension plans • RRSP • Staff insurance discounts • Flexible health benefits • Wellness programs • Education assistance • Donation matching • Team volunteer days

• Customer servicePreferred

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• Commercial underwriting
• Risk assessment
• Risk profitability analysis
• Relationship building
• Customer service
• Virtual client communication
• Loss ratio monitoring
• Technical underwriting skills
• Broker management
• Manufacturing insurance
• Hybrid Model
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Underwriting
• Customer Relationship Management
• Customer Service
• Discounts And Allowances
• Fibre Channel Over IP
• Leadership Development
• Mentorship
• Prioritization

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Customer Service & Support
• Commercial Underwriter
• Insurance Underwriter (General)
• Insurance Representatives
• Insurance Underwriters

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week