Junior Underwriter - Personal Lines; Bilingual

Overview

Bilingual Underwriter II - Personal Lines – Role at Wawanesa Insurance

Job . Working business language:
French and English (regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders across Canada; full proficiency in both languages required).

Salary range is approximately $54,000 – $67,000, with eligibility for bonus plans, leave of absence top-up programs, generous vacation time, personal days, premium-free benefits and pension plan. Salary is determined based on location, market conditions, internal pay equity and candidate qualifications. Candidates with salary expectations outside the range are encouraged to apply.

We offer a hybrid work environment balancing in-office and remote work. Acceptable locations include Montreal, QC.

The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with a rich history dating to 1896. We serve over 1.7 million members and have more than 3,600 employees across Canada. We are committed to giving back to communities with significant charitable contributions.

Underwriter II – Personal Lines, under general supervision, analyzes the acceptability of moderately complex business with moderate premium volume, providing value-added expertise and service to potential and existing policyholders.

• Perform risk analysis using technology and external data sources to quote, negotiate and authorize acceptance of risk.
• Determine eligibility for policy renewals based on guidelines and retention goals.
• Maintain accurate records and policy data; ensure completeness of information.
• Communicate decisions and respond to requests promptly and professionally.
• Assist with interpretation of rating procedures, wordings, underwriting policies and regulations.
• Handle work assignments, including calls, efficiently.
• Work effectively toward team goals and maintain positive relationships with internal and external parties, including networking at industry events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Three years of Property and Casualty industry experience.
• Proficiency in French and English is required.
• Post-secondary education or related business experience.
• Completed or actively pursuing a Property and Casualty Industry Designation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to review information carefully and comprehensively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide justification.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong decision-making skills with justification.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize daily work.

Wawanesa is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2

SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals. If accommodations are needed during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact  All applicants are subject to Wawanesa's Privacy Policy.

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