Intermediate Personal Lines Underwriter – GTA East
March 20, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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This position reports to the Provincial Underwriting Manager.
The purpose of this position is to provide personal lines auto & property underwriting, processing and customer service support to brokers in order to achieve rate integrity, proper risk classification and compliance to established standards.
The Intermediate Underwriter is also responsible for answering broker inquiries and completing broker visits and training and is accountable for maintaining a profitable book of business for their market.
Experience visiting brokers and/or reviewing broker ratios and performance is preferred.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years underwriting experience
- College or university degree or equivalent work experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working towards or have attained the CIP designation
- Ability to collaborate with peers and subordinates to reach goals as well as the ability to work independently
- Experience in the standard auto & property market as well as experience in a broker office would be an asset
Please forward resume to [email protected]
Commercial Lines Underwriting Specialist – GTA East $70k
March 20, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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Responsibilities
The Commercial Lines Specialist acts as the key technical commercial underwriting resource for the Regional Commercial Underwriting teams
1. Trains, coaches, and serves as technical referral resource to Commercial Lines Managers and underwriters. Assists Commercial Lines Managers in training new staff or brokers on products, processes and underwriting procedures.
Makes key recommendations with respect to appetite, guidelines, capacity and class and US exposure risks.
2. Mentors the decision making process on more complex and/or larger risks and problem accounts and approves risks within regional authority level in support of growth and profitability. Also assists in process for reinsuring risks based on class, exposures, and features inherent to the risk.
3. Participates in regional reporting process. Scope would include the identification and closure of any existing training gaps.
4. Reviews frequency and severity reports and provides recommendations and observations. Considers mix of business, loss ratios by line of business, fit of business and identifies problems or patterns and works with the Commercial Lines Managers to correct. Determines what resources a broker may require in order to make the business written profitable.
5. Acts as a commercial technical resource, participating in Corporate projects and task forces or industry committees as appropriate; Provides key Regional input and recommendations to ensure that commercial underwriting strategy recognizes local conditions and takes advantage of opportunities unique to the marketplace;
Researches industry issues which have significant potential to adversely affect commercial results and have an impact on commercial focus.
6. Networks with the insurance community to keep abreast of changes in the industry.
Maintains professional qualifications by participating in continuing education programs.
Qualifications :
Extensive Commercial Lines experience with emphasis on property and casualty; experience in commercial automobile would be a strong asset.
University degree or equivalent education and work experience.
CIP designation preferred
Must exhibit a sound knowledge of all commercial lines insurance.
Expert and current understanding of all relevant commercial underwriting policies, systems, and production related processes.
Solid awareness of competitor activity through participation in industry groups
Able to develop and foster favourable business relationships, negotiate, and conduct presentations in formal settings.
Able to review and analyze statistical reports, make recommendations and implement action plans for change as required. Must also be able to interpret policy wordings and legal documents.
Able to make decisions in time sensitive situations, address complex problems and take calculated risks always keeping profitability in mind. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Required competencies include: Drive for Results, Passion for the Business, Customer Service, Developing Others, Adaptability, Creative Problem Solving, Influence, and Decisive Action.
Wholesale Insurance Underwriter
March 12, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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Providing brokers with quality coverage and competitive pricing for hard-to-place commercial and liability risks.
Looking to develop a book of business, we are also interested in buying an existing book of business.
Designing and negotiating risk transfer solutions for a world-wide client base and provide informed advice on risk management, structuring and business planning for managing general agents and underwriting agents. Must have 5+ years Insurance experience with a good knowledge of the Wholesale Insurance market.
Please forward resume to [email protected]
Accident Benefits Adjuster – Toronto – $55,000 – $65,000
March 9, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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Intermediate AB Adjuster – Downtown Toronto $55,000 – $65,000, $65k+ Senior
This position is responsible for investigating, negotiating and settling accident benefits claims. The adjuster will be responsible for direct file handling and communication with all involved parties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Confirm valid coverage.
Fully investigate and verify claims under Ontario’s S.A.B.S.
Fully investigate injuries.
Provide instruction and direction to external vendors i.e.: independent adjusters, rehabilitation firms, translation firms, investigation firms
Calculate ultimate probable exposure and reserve accordingly.
Ensure files are up to date with A.B. packages and forms, medical information, employment information and treatment information.
Report any serious injuries to Supervisor.
Mentor and coach junior adjusters.
If required Prepare Major Loss/Reinsurance Reports and participate in Claims Committee process.
Comply with service standards as outlined in the claims manual.
Actively participate in settlement initiatives along with both private and mandatory mediations.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Accident Benefits adjusting experience. Two years + for Intermediate roles, Four years + for Senior position.
Knowledge of regulatory and contractual obligations, medical terminology, vocational rehabilitation concepts and dispute resolution practice code.
Detail oriented and well organized individual.
Strong oral and written communication skills and superb interpersonal skills.
Work well individually or as a part of a team.
Computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 2000 and/or XP.
High School Diploma or equivalent and University or College Degree or have or working towards CIP designation.
Please forward resume to [email protected]
Senior BI Adjuster – $70 – $80k, Mississauga and West Toronto
March 8, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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This position is responsible for investigating, negotiating and settling serious bodily injury claims.
The adjuster will be responsible for direct file handling and communication with all involved parties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Confirm valid coverage.
- Fully investigate liability.
- Fully investigate serious injuries & exposure.
- Experienced handling CGL files
- Provide instruction and direction to external vendors i.e.: independent adjusters, legal counsel, engineers.
- Calculate ultimate probable exposure and reserve accordingly.
- Properly maintain a diary system to monitor files.
- Ensure files are up to date with BI worksheet, case law, medical and liability information.
- Report any serious injuries to Manager.
- Mentor and coach junior adjusters.
- Prepare Major Loss/Reinsurance Reports and participate in Claims Committee process.
- Comply with service standards as outlined in the claims manual.
- Actively participate in settlement initiatives along with both private and mandatory mediations.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 10 years experience adjusting Bodily Injury claims.
- Knowledge of regulatory and contractual obligations, medical terminology, vocational rehabilitation concepts and dispute resolution practice code.
- Detail oriented and well organized individual.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Some Travel to mediations/trials is required
- Superb interpersonal skills and leadership qualities/potential.
- Work well individually or as a part of a team.
- Computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 2000 and/or XP.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and University or College Degree; have or working towards CIP designation.
SIU Specialist – AB Adjuster background
February 19, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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SIU Specialist – AB adjuster background
Special Investigations Unit specialist required for North Toronto Investigation company, looking for a strong AB background, ideally 5+ years progressive experience in AB claims handling moderate to complex files.
Experience with SIU and fraudulent files, strong investigation experience handling staged accidents, fraudulent property and AB claims.
Great opportunity for a talented adjuster to investigate fraud, excellent base salary of $80,000 + bonus + car. Position will be a combination of in house adjusting and road investigations.
Excellent future prospects due to company growth and expansion, this new SIU role will be expanded and a full team will be required.
Please forward resume to [email protected] and highlight fraud, SIU and AB adjusting experience
Electronic Business Specialist – Underwriting $55 – $60k
February 16, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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Electronic Business Specialist – Underwriting
Sudbury, North Bay and surrounding area, must be mobile and have valid drivers Licence
Responsibilities
Maintain and develop knowledge of Systems, products and any system enhancements or new product launches.
Deliver training on Broker technology . Update the Broker Workbench. Deliver and conduct follow-up visits on system training to Brokers.
Conduct monthly review and analysis of assigned Brokers. Gain buy-in and communicate with Brokers to encourage and improve usage of Broker tools. Work with Regional teams to identify Broker candidates for Point of Sale tools and identify opportunities to increase usage with existing Brokers.
Conduct quality control of Helpline Calls and provide coaching to Helpline agents.
Develop and maintain training material including in order to communicate and encourage usage of tools.
Recommend process and/or technology changes to improve business results and maintain competitiveness.
Qualifications
University degree or related business experience
Completion of or progress toward a Certified Insurance Professional (CIP) designation
Minimum of two years prior experience in a personal lines underwriting role ideally at an intermediate or senior level, will consider Commercial Lines experience also
Computer literacy including a high level of knowledge of Halcion and our other policy processing systems is essential and familiarity with Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office is preferred.
Individual must hold a valid Drivers Licence and have a willingness to travel within the geographic territory of the region.
Individual must possess the following skills; outstanding written, oral and interpersonal communication skills; ability to teach the Adult Learner; sound knowledge of Personal Lines products, guidelines and underwriting rules.
Please forward resume to [email protected]
Forensic Electrical and Mechanical Engineers for Insurance Company
February 10, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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Forensic Engineers and Scientists to work in Insurance Industry , electrical engineers, technologists and mechanical engineers with a science or engineering background.
We are looking for applicants interested in a lucrative forensic science and engineering career, whom are detail oriented and committed to excellence and professionalism.
A great opportunity in forensics and electrical engineering in a teamwork environment. Applicants need to have exceptional written and oral skills in order to communicate within the legal framework. Photography and hands-on skills are also a valuable asset.
Experience completing losses ranging from electrical accidents and electrocution to electrical power system investigation and issues including Cause and Origin, testing of equipment failures including circuit breakers, motors, switchgear, generators, transformers.
Must have degree with experience in similar role, ideally within the insurance industry.
Please forward resume to [email protected]
Commercial Lines Underwriting Manager $85,000 – $90,000 + Bonus
February 7, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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Commercial Underwriting Manager.
Seeking a talented Commercial and Specialty Lines Underwriting Manager to lead a dynamic team. The successful candidate is a team oriented individual with a positive attitude who will be responsible for managing the profitability and growth of the team’s book of business.
You will develop and coach team members utilizing effective communication skills and creating a positive image. You will also develop growth opportunities while managing relationships with our strategic brokers, to deliver the strategic and operational plan.
The role requires:
Develop and coach staff, providing strategic communication and creating positive change.
Build broker relationships.
Deliver superior customer service.
Contribute to the underwriting results of the Region.
Responsible for profitability and growth for business within your team.
Enhance the skill set of all team members, supporting a high performance culture.
Support corporate initiatives and strategy.
Qualifications and qualities required
• Superb Underwriting technical skills in large/complex Commercial Lines
• 5+ years Underwriting experience
• 2+ years experience in management or a leadership role.
• Leadership and coaching ability.
• Positive attitude and good overall business sense.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organization and planning skills.
• Ability to resolve problems and implement appropriate solutions.
• University Degree in a related discipline an advantage.
• Completed CIP/FCIP or working towards designation
Location – Mississauga, Please forward resume to [email protected]
Claims Trainer – Accident and Benefits
January 27, 2012 by Comma Recruitment
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The role involves Ontario Accident Benefits course development and training. This is a highly technical position.
•You will work with the Director, National Claims School to identify professional development needs
•Design, develop and deliver new and existing in-house educational courses and materials
•Deliver Training and Workshops on claims related topics.
•Improve/modify existing courses based on instructor and student feedback
•Develop new modules for existing courses
•Test and design student labs/exercises as necessary
•Produce or work with graphics used as visual aids within courses
As the successful candidate, you possess a minimum of five years experience in Ontario Accident Benefits claims adjusting.
What you bring to this role:
•Proficient in the language of instruction with experience in preparing good quality documents
•A minimum of 5 years full time practical training and course design/development or related experience
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Strong presentation and facilitation skills
•Knowledge of training in claims personal lines
•Organized and self-motivated with the ability to work independently
•Highly energetic with a strong work ethic
•Working knowledge of current and emerging training tools and learning aids