Senior Specialist

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Specialist, Specialty Solutions, to join our growing team!

What you’ll do here:

• Provide research, development and project management support on strategic Specialty Lines projects.
• Provide technical support and training to ensure a consistent application of corporate guidelines, quality and timely service, as well as effective control of insurance risks.
• Review, approve, modify or decline referrals that are made on accounts beyond the authorities of our underwriting teams.
• Conduct business and underwriting due diligence including regulatory and compliance research.
• Prepare underwriting filings on behalf of Intact Insurance for submission to provincial regulators.
• Participate in regulatory and industry meetings.
• Participate in audits of accounts written by Specialty Solutions for quality control purposes.
• Provide recommendations and report on the findings.
• Develop, review and update technical policy wording and manuals, as required.
• Establish and maintain productive business relationships with internal departments and external partners.
• Manage day-to-day underwriting activities of strategic partnerships.
• Contribute to the development of new products and corporate guidelines to effectively control insurance risks and positively impact profitability.
• Research, implement and manage technology-based solutions for pricing, underwriting and risk managing commercial automobiles.
• Support growth and profitability analysis.
• Assist with the planning, development and maintenance of computer software and database information.

What you bring to the table:

• University degree and CIP or FCIP designation, or any combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Can handle multiple, competing priorities and projects.
• Team player.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to lead, initiate, monitor and close projects.
• Can make decisions in time sensitive situations, address complex problems, provide recommended course of action and take calculated risks.
• Highly organized, with the ability to work towards goals while adapting to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in collaboration with cross-departmental teams.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.