Underwriting Administrative Assistant
About The Position
Works collaboratively within the underwriting teams to aid in writing new and retention business by performing various clerical and administrative duties, as assigned. This role supports underwriters with file maintenance, organization, and preparing essential documents like quotes, bind confirmations, and certificates with a high degree of accuracy. The position also involves editing and formatting documents, reviewing them for accuracy, and innovating administrative workflow procedures to increase efficiency. Communication with internal departments and external brokers via email and telephone is also a key part of the role, along with carrying out other clerical duties as required.
Requirements
- Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills to complete assignments efficiently and within structured timelines
- An eye for detail to handle policy correspondence and documents with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Positive, driven, and disciplined attitude
- Solution, problem solving oriented
- Self-motivated to meet competitive individual and team-related targets
- Strong independent work ethic
- Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment & collaborate with teammates
- Strong written language, and professional communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively within a dynamic team structure
- Support underwriters with maintenance, and organization of files
- Perform underwriting support functions at the direction of underwriters including preparing quotes, bind confirmations, and certificates with a high degree of accuracy
- Preparing Certificates of Insurance
- Editing & formatting of documents using a variety of software & programs
- Reviewing documents for accuracy
- Maintain/ innovate administrative workflow procedures to increase efficiency
- Communicate internally with other departments via e-mail and telephone
- Communicate externally with brokers as required
- Carry out other clerical duties as required
Benefits
- Medical/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- ESPP
- Retirement and savings programs, including RRSP with company match, TFSA options
- Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
- Increased Stat Holidays & Vacation time
- Paid Sick/Personal time
- Preferred Partner Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
