Overview
Underwriting assistant, surety Jobs in Montréal, Quebec, Canada at The Travelers Indemnity Company
Solid reputation, passionate people, and endless opportunities. That’s Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers – and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace where you can truly make a difference.
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What Is the Opportunity?
Responsible for providing Account Executives with information necessary to make sound underwriting decisions (customer service and administrative support from initial submission through policy issuance, changes, and renewals). Supports within established performance standards and priorities, focusing on underwriting, retention, service, profitability, and growth goals. Ensures all support activities align with customer service and expense management focus.
What Will You Do?
Support Account Executives / Underwriters in new business and in-force activities to support growth and retention goals.
Partner with Account Executives / Underwriters to establish support needs for policies (e.g., gather relevant account information for quoting and binding).
Participate in pre-renewal meetings to define assignments.
Prepare underwriting / pricing exhibits (exposures, experience rating, P&L analysis, expense models, account info).
Ensure accurate and timely servicing and billing.
Communicate with brokers, insureds, and internal departments to resolve issues and respond to inquiries.
Quote accounts within authority limits, reviewing exposures and updating account info.
Provide information for regulatory compliance (statutory filings, proof of insurance, certificates).
Provide administrative support as needed (e.g., data entry).
Participate in projects and perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
College Diploma
1 year of insurance industry experience
Intermediate time management and prioritization skills
Highly organized with ability to handle multiple tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate computer skills and ability to learn new applications
Advanced data entry skills
Ownership and responsibility for actions
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Resilience and adaptability to change
Customer-focused mindset
Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
Ability to work with diverse teams and leverage differences
Relationship management skills
Teamwork and collaboration skills
What Is a Must Have?
High School Diploma
1 year of office or customer service experience
Basic proficiency in Windows and MS Office
Bilingual in French and English
What Is in It for You?
Health Insurance :
Coverage from day one for employees and eligible family members.
Retirement : 3% DPSP contribution plus matching up to 5% of base pay.
Paid Time Off :
Starting at 20 days PTO, up to 36 days plus 12 holidays.
Wellness Program :
Resources, discounts, and mental health support.
Volunteer Encouragement :
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programs.
Employment Practices
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities during recruitment and employment. For questions about physical requirements, please contact us via email. We reserve the right to fill the position at a different level. For more information on benefits, visit our benefits page .
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Title: Underwriting assistant, surety
Company: The Travelers Indemnity Company
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Category: Insurance, Administrative/Clerical (Data Entry)
