Farm Property and Casualty Underwriter - ll

Portage Mutual Careers Centre•Edmonton, AB

3d•Remote

About The Position

Portage Mutual Insurance is a trusted national property and casualty insurer, serving policyholders since 1884. As a policyholder-owned company, they offer competitive home, auto, commercial, and farm insurance products through a broker network across Canada. They are described as a company rooted in tradition, driven by innovation, and powered by a people-first culture, where employee contributions are valued and directly impact Canadians. The Farm Property & Casualty Underwriter II role involves detailed underwriting, risk analysis, and accurate premium calculations in line with the company’s risk appetite. This individual will also respond to product and procedural questions from colleagues and brokers, provide guidance on complex new business, participate in post-loss underwriting reviews, and collaborate with claims on service philosophies. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to company values.

Requirements

Candidates must reside in Canada and be authorized to work in Canada.
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
Consistency of applying accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail approaches.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Adaptable and continuous improvement mind-set.
Minimum 2 years experience with personal lines, farm or commercial underwriting (or related equivalent).
A CIP designation or actively pursuing a CIP designation (or equivalency).
A Bachelor’s Degree or Post-Secondary certificate is required (or an equivalent of industry experience).

Responsibilities

Accept, reject, endorse, renew or cancel contracts in accordance with company underwriting policies, procedures, service standards, applicable laws and regulations based on assigned authority levels.
Process new applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, declines and quotes.
Research and determine appropriate rates, apply discounts / surcharges and accurately calculate premiums.
Request inspections in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Prepare related correspondences and maintain supporting documentation as required.
Provide underwriting training/coaching to new hires or new team members.
Participate in post-loss underwriting reviews and review on claim files referred in accordance with the company’s risk appetite and service standards.
Understand and communicate underwriting business rules and guidelines to brokers.
Provide service to brokers in accordance with company service standards.