Personal Lines Underwriter
About Ayr Farmers Mutual
Ayr Farmers Mutual is a financially strong, Policyholder owned and progressive property and casualty mutual insurer with written premiums of over $60 million annually. We offer farm, residential, commercial, marine, and automobile protection, and coverage through a dedicated network of Agents and Brokers. We service the Southwestern Ontario region, and are located in close proximity to Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge.
Since 1893, the knowledgeable and caring team members of Ayr Farmers Mutual have been providing products and services that provide protection and peace of mind for our Policyholders and the community. What makes us different is our commitment to providing outstanding, personalized customer service. We continually strive to put our Policyholders and our communities first, and to ensure that every individual we serve is treated with fairness and respect.
The Company provides training, education, work life balance, wellness opportunities, community contributions and a fun and friendly working environment.
Ayr Farmers Mutual is proud of our culture. We live by our core values and genuinely care for one another and our Policyholders. We celebrate our successes and have a supportive work environment that encourages everyone to be their best. Together, we care for and support our members and community to thrive!
Personal Lines Underwriter
Our Underwriting Team plays a key role in protecting what matters most to our Policyholders. Working closely with our Agents and Broker network, you will evaluate risk, coverage, and pricing on home and auto related policies, helping to shape the growth and stability of our personal lines portfolio.
As the successful candidate, you understand that the work you do has a direct impact on our Policyholders and communities. You bring strong analytical skills and sound judgment to every decision. You are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and excel in a fast-paced environment that requires balancing competing priorities. You value building meaningful relationships with our Agents, Brokers, and team members, and take pride in helping our members and communities thrive.
Responsibilities:
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Evaluate new, renewal, endorsement, exception, and referral requests for personal lines according to company policy, to determine insurance risk, premiums, coverage, and other policy conditions.
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Provide exceptional customer service to our Policyholders through sound underwriting and accurate, responsive handling of quotes, new business issuance, endorsements, and renewals.
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Develop and foster strong relationships with our Agents and Brokers, providing expertise to build solutions that profitably grow our personal lines portfolio.
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Gather and compile required policy data, including researching claim history.
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Consult with Agents and Brokers to clarify underwriting decisions, rate classifications, and confirm correct rates and rules are applied.
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Provide insight and feedback on system enhancements to improve workflow and efficiencies.
Skills and Experience:
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Post-secondary education is strongly preferred.
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CIP designation or working towards, is an asset.
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2 years of personal lines underwriting experience is strongly preferred.
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Intermediate knowledge and understanding of personal lines products, with the ability to interpret policies, guidelines, and wordings.
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Previous exposure to Guidewire Policy Centre would be an asset.
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Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and effective organizational skills.
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Demonstrated teamwork with a high level of collaboration and communication, working closely with areas such as Claims, Agents, and Loss Prevention.
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required.
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Strong attention to detail, time management, and analytical skills.
Positions available: 1
Hiring annual salary range: $55,000-$65,000
Why Choose Ayr Farmers Mutual?
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Together, we care for and support our members and communities to thrive.
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The opportunity to work with a reputable company that cares about our People, our Policyholders, and the Communities we serve.
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We offer a supportive learning environment.
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We invest in your growth and celebrate your achievements.
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Competitive matching Pension Plan and employer-paid Group Healthcare Benefits Plan, including a Health Care Spending Account.
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We offer a hybrid working environment.
Accommodation at Ayr Farmers Mutual Insurance Company
We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Human Resources will work with the applicant and the selection committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
INTERESTED IN APPLYING?
Please send your resume to: [email protected]
