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About the Role

We are looking for an energetic, experienced Underwriting Assistant to join our UA team. The successful candidate will provide support to our underwriters through collaboration and performing a variety of administrative duties associated with the underwriting function.

Responsibilities

• Completing the entry of new business, endorsements and renewals into the system and issuing policies.
• Training and mentoring less experienced staff, as well as assisting team lead or manager with workflow and creation of a team-oriented approach to meeting Regional and Corporate goals.
• Ordering risk inspections for underwriters, as requested.
• Preparing and maintaining basic file set up documents subject to the underwriter’s approval.
• Obtaining additional information from Brokers as required by the Underwriter.

Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years insurance industry experience, preferably commercial insurance.
• Proficiency in both English and French is essential to the main duties in this role, including servicing and communicating primarily with majority anglophone and francophone clients, groups, and teams.
• The essential non-French duties are not assignable to adjacent or other team members.

Skills

• Thrive on delivering our exceptional client experience through positive and engaging relationships; embracing accountability to achieve effective results.
• Ensure your day-to-day actions are in harmony with the company’s purpose, vision, and values even when challenged.
• Open and adaptable to changing conditions with a natural curiosity to explore and try new approaches.
• Value cooperative and collaborative dialogue because diverse perspectives offer more creative and productive solutions.

Location

• Hybrid

Work Type

• Temporary Full-Time
• Hybrid (2 days in office)

Experience Level

• 2-3 years

Education Level

• High School Diploma required
• Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) courses an asset

Salary/Compensations

• $43,550 to $72,583

Benefits

• Competitive salary and variable compensation
• Benefits and pension
• Paid time off
• Development and recognition programs
• Support for your well-being — a holistic approach to physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

About the Company

• At Sovereign Insurance, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Co-operators General Insurance Company, we believe leadership is shaped by purpose, collaboration, and meaningful contribution.
• We value diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who lift others up.
• Here, your initiative matters, and your efforts help build the resilience of the Canadian businesses and communities we serve.
• That shared commitment strengthens our culture and moves us forward — together. That’s the Crown Effect.
• Pride in purpose — being part of a Canadian organization dedicated to protecting Canadian businesses and the communities they serve while giving back through volunteering, donations, and national initiatives that help build a more sustainable future.