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Gore Mutual Insurance

Mutual insurer of property and casualty

Property Claims Advisor

Full-TimeUpdated
CA$57.5k - CA$95k+ Discretionary bonus
Mid
Associate's
Vancouver, BC, Canada
HybridHybrid; expected to work in the Vancouver office two days per week.
InsuranceClaims Adjudication

About the job

Requirements
  • Experience with personal insurance policies and ability to handle moderately complex claims.
  • Customer service experience and experience using claims management systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, communication and interpersonal skills, and effective negotiation skills.
  • Detail-oriented and organized, with proficiency in using technology.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills, adaptability, and flexibility.
  • Commitment to continuous learning.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough and timely investigations of personal property losses, gathering and analyzing evidence to determine cause, scope of damage, and coverage, while clearly documenting findings in the claim file.
  • Assess coverage and establish accurate reserves by analyzing policy wordings, endorsements, investigation findings, and applicable personal property insurance requirements.
  • Consult senior adjusters or underwriters on complex matters, adjusting reserves as new information becomes available.
  • Negotiate fair and equitable claim settlements, balancing customer needs with appropriate cost management.
  • Clearly communicate coverage and settlement decisions, escalating complex or high-value matters when appropriate.
  • Deliver customer service throughout the claims process by building trust, managing expectations, and maintaining open and transparent communication.
  • Respond promptly to inquiries, provide regular claim updates, and clearly explain claims processes and procedures to policyholders and brokers.
  • Address customer concerns within established guidelines and escalate complaints or sensitive matters when appropriate.
  • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities within personal property claims to support process improvements, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation.
  • Participate in post-loss reviews and team discussions, sharing insights and staying current on industry and regulatory developments that impact claims handling.
Desired Qualifications
  • Property claims adjusting experience and in-depth knowledge of personal property insurance principles and practice.
  • Community College diploma.

About the company

Gore Mutual Insurance provides property and casualty insurance in Canada through a network of trusted broker partners. As one of Canada’s oldest mutual insurers, it combines long-term financial strength with a purpose-driven approach to insurance. Products are offered via brokers and are designed to protect individuals and businesses from property, casualty, and related risks. The company operates through a mutual structure, meaning policyholders are members who participate in the company’s direction and benefits, with profits reinvested for the long-term benefit of customers and communities. In addition to competitive coverage, Gore Mutual emphasizes a digitally-led experience powered by its values and broker partnerships. Its goal is to be a national insurer that does good by employees, customers, broker partners, and the communities it serves, while delivering reliable coverage and service through a modern, digital-first approach.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cambridge, Canada

Founded

1839

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What believers are saying

  • January 5, 2026 merger approved all required regulators, reducing transaction uncertainty.
  • Andy Taylor now oversees Gore and Unica, bringing clearer accountability for integration execution.
  • Wildfire Defense Systems coverage for British Columbia strengthens claims handling during worsening wildfire seasons.

What critics are saying

  • Beneva integration starts in 2026; systems, workflows, and responsibilities are changing now.
  • Gore’s brand is temporary; Beneva plans full transition within one year, erasing identity.
  • Any failed integration or service disruption in Ontario and West could accelerate broker defections.

What makes Gore Mutual Insurance unique

  • Gore Mutual’s 180-year mutual heritage still resonates with Canadian brokers and policyholders.
  • May 23, 2024 wildfire defense partnership gives British Columbia clients hands-on loss mitigation.
  • January 1, 2026 Beneva merger creates broader capital, distribution, and underwriting scale.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Professional Development Budget

Company News

Coverager
Jan 21st, 2025
Beneva And Gore Mutual To Merge

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Canadian Underwriter
Oct 7th, 2024
Chris Van Kooten joining Gore as new Chief Underwriting Officer

TORONTO, ON, OCTOBER 7, 2024/insPRESS/ - Canadian Underwriter is thrilled to announce that Chris Van Kooten will join Gore Mutual as Chief Underwriting Officer, effective October 21.

Coverager
Jun 14th, 2024
Gore Mutual Partners With Wildfire Defense Systems

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Newswire
May 23rd, 2024
Gore Mutual partners with Wildfire Defense Systems to protect British Columbia properties from wildfires

CAMBRIDGE, ON, May 23, 2024 /CNW/ - With the early start to the 2024 wildfire season, Gore Mutual Insurance has partnered with Wildfire Defense Systems (WDS), the largest provider in North America of Qualified Insurance Resource wildfire loss intervention services, to actively defend all Gore Mutual residential and commercial building policyholders in British Columbia.