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The core skills of analytics, communication and relationship building are vital as they work to ensure a balance between attracting and retaining customers. This will be achieved by providing competitive insurance premiums and covering potential losses from claims.The Underwriter will:\nDevelop and maintain ongoing relationships with carriers, Account Managers and brokers\n\nRun quotes on internal quote system and prepare proposal documents\n\nPrepare market specifications for clients\n\nPrice new business opportunities as per established guidelines, processes and procedures\n\nAnalyze data and multiple carrier proposals and make recommendations related to the best option for the client\n\nCoordinate new business implementation with account management and implementation team\n\nIdentify plan/claims issues and recommend solutions to consultants and internal partners\n\nPrepare existing client renewal reporting, including negotiations with insurers\n\nSupporting new sales and revenue growth targets\n\nCorresponding with insurers on various issues and procedures\n\nProvide Underwriting Consulting Services to various stakeholders\n\nSupporting working relationships with Plan Sponsors, Plan Administrators and Representatives\n\nTo be successful as an Underwriter with People Corporation, you will need:\nPost-secondary education or equivalent experience (Focus on math, risk assessment or economics is an asset)\n\n2-4 years previous work experience in an Underwriting position\n\nGood analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills\n\nGood verbal and conflict resolution ability; very good written and listening skills\n\nGood teamwork skills; collaborate across Underwriting team, various departments and externally\n\nGood organizational skills & attention to detail\n\nComputer proficiency in Excel\n\nKnowledge of group benefits and/or insurance industry is an asset\n\nGBA designation is an asset\n\nWhat's in it for you:\nComprehensive health and dental insurance.\n\nRetirement savings plan with company contributions.\n\nHealth and wellness programs, including mental health support.\n\nTraining opportunities and assistance in obtaining professional designations.\n\nCompetitive compensation package.\n\nAt People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members and stakeholders.\nProviding an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported is something we're committed to. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. If you require an accommodation or an alternative format of any posting please reach out to .\nSalary Range\nThe base salary for this position is between $60,000 - 75,000 annually.\nThis represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus). The actual base salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. 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