Underwriter Assistant

Job title:

Underwriter Assistant

Company

Westland Insurance

Job description

We’re searching for an Underwriter Assistant. Are you searching for new possibilities?Expected Compensation: The expected hiring range for this role is $36,800 to $46,000 with a 35-hour work week. Your rate of pay will be determined based on your individual qualifications and experience while considering internal equity.Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training/development courses leading to certification, and programs that offer professional development, including seminars and conferences.Discover what’s possible, with Westland.The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we’re inviting amazing people like you to join us.As an Underwriter Assistant, you’ll play an instrument role in supporting the Underwriting Team. As the team’s point person, you will showcase your versatility, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.Why you’ll love Westland:

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to own your own success
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds
• Total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health
• Flexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to you

Why we’ll love You:

• Self-starter with strong analytical skills and a sharp eye for the details

• You’re a task master with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

• At least one year’s experience in insurance

• Bonus: Some general knowledge of underwriting principles. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your insurance knowledge while developing your career

Once here, you’ll:

• Be a contributing member of our inclusive culture, alongside a vibrant national team of people with a wide variety of backgrounds

• Work collaboratively with Underwriters and assist clients with their insurance needs by applying basic knowledge of underwriting principles

• Manage the efficient flow of documents and communication including business proposals, renewals, and invoices

Want to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way.You belong here
We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation.At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants’ disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at careers@westlandinsurance.ca

• Calgary, AB, Canada
• Head Office (Surrey), BC, 9850 King George Blvd #1500, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

Expected salary

$36800 – 46000 per year

Location

Calgary, AB

Job date

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 23:11:36 GMT

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