Underwriter, Real Estate Practice

HUB International•Burnaby, BC

3d•CA$65,000 - CA$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

As an Underwriter in the Real Estate Division, you will work in collaboration with the Production team to strategize, develop and market new and renewal business for our clients. We are seeking a self-starter with a strong understanding of the insurance marketplace to join our Burnaby Still Creek location in a Regular Full-Time position. Our Burnaby Still Creek head office location is centrally located in the Willingdon Business Park near Brentwood Town Centre. This location is easily accessible by the Gilmore sky train station with many shops, restaurants and other amenities nearby.

Requirements

Level 2 General Insurance License
Post-Secondary education or equivalent work experience, with a minimum of 5 years of Commercial Lines experience
Minimum 3-5 years Commercial Underwriting or Marketing experience
Strong technical knowledge and experience working with and interpreting insurance policies
Detail oriented - high level of accuracy
Good verbal and written communication skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to work in a team-based environment
Be able to prioritize and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
2-5 years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Asset experience that will make you stand out:
You have or are working towards an industry designation such as CAIB, CIP, FCIP or CRM
Experience with EPIC system

Responsibilities

Underwrite, market and negotiate terms for new and renewal business
Follow and adhere to Underwriting Guidelines and contract conditions in accordance with Delegated Authority Agreements and other supporting markets
Gather, organize and review all information provided by Account Executives and other sources to ensure that renewal and new business submissions are presented appropriately to markets
Organize and manage the monthly renewal process to ensure timely provision of appropriate terms to the production team
Process cancellations and endorsements with insurance carriers as required
Ongoing monitoring of the insurance marketplace. Maintain a current database of changing company "appetites"
Provide alternate carrier options as needed and ensure that the appropriate coverage is being provided to clients
Perform other specific duties and projects as assigned by management