Underwriter, Small Business (New Business)

What it’s like to be a Northbridge Underwriter, Small Business (New Business)? Northbridge Insurance Underwriters customize solutions for our commercial clients when they need insurance products to cover our small business department. They work closely with our extensive broker network to develop unique solutions for all classes of risk. Our Underwriters are passionate about maintaining strong relationships with our brokers – this means emails and phone calls don’t go unanswered, and in-person broker meetings are regularly penned into their calendars. Working in a collaborative team, there is the opportunity for coaching, mentoring and development from our more experienced underwriters to help grow your appetite of risks. We want your talent! If you are great at Commercial underwriting Problem-solving and critical thinking Customer service and relationship-building If you have: 3 years of experience in commercial underwriting Strong customer service background 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.

Underwriters customize insurance solutions for commercial clients and manage relationships within an extensive broker network. They work in a collaborative team environment to assess risks and provide unique coverage solutions for small businesses.

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in commercial underwriting and a strong customer service background. A team-first mentality and the ability to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving are essential.

• Employee share purchase plan • Pension plans • RRSP • Staff insurance discounts • Flexible health benefits • Early leave days • Wellness programs • Rewards and recognition programs • Education assistance • Donation matching • Team volunteer days

• Customer servicePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• CollaborationPreferred
• Critical ThinkingPreferred
• CoachingPreferred
• Relationship BuildingPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Commercial underwriting
• Problem-solving
• Critical thinking
• Customer service
• Relationship-building
• Risk assessment
• Broker management
• Collaboration
• Mentoring
• Coaching
• Hybrid Model
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Underwriting
• Customer Relationship Management
• Customer Service
• Critical Thinking
• Discounts And Allowances
• Fibre Channel Over IP
• Problem Solving
• Leadership Development
• Mentorship
• Relationship Building
• Prioritization

• Finance & Accounting
• Customer Service & Support
• Management & Leadership
• Small Business Underwriter
• Insurance Underwriter (General)
• Insurance Representatives
• Insurance Underwriters

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

3+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week