Job Description

At VICTOR Canada, we believe our people are our most important asset. We offer a dynamic & challenging work environment, training and development opportunities, a competitive total rewards package and believe in work/life balance.

We currently have an opening in our SRD Underwriting Department in reporting to our Ottawa office for an: Bilingual Underwriter II What can you expect? The Underwriter II will join our team of 25 colleagues in our dynamic SRD Underwriting Department. What is in it for you?

• Victor Canada offers competitive employee benefits and a thriving culture to bring your authentic self to work
• A company with a strong Brand and strong results to match
• Culture of internal mobility, collaboration and valued partnership with the business.
• Employee Resource Groups, which provide access to leaders, relevant volunteer and mentoring opportunities and interactions with counterparts in industry groups and client organizations. Additionally, access to the IDEA community
• Competitive pay

We will count on you to:

• Reviews and analyzes submissions
• Identifies and obtains additional information required to conduct a proper analysis of risk including cross-referencing with other departments
• Assesses exposure and determines rates, terms and conditions of coverage in accordance with underwriting guidelines
• Negotiates terms and conditions with brokers
• Signs policies and authorizes transmittal of documents to brokers and markets as required
• Prepares and maintains periodic reports pertinent to the ongoing operation
• Services current accounts
• Provides advice and expertise to other underwriters on underwriting issues
• Develops and maintains an awareness of claims and exposures
• Maintains an awareness of market conditions, profitability initiatives and competitions
• IT/Cyber
• Performs other related duties as requires

What you need to have:

• Post secondary education in insurance, business administration or related discipline
• 3-5 years work experience in insurance industry
• Fluently bilingual in both written and oral French is required
• Familiarity with the IT sector or an equivalent combination of skills and experience
• Outstanding customer service and negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical, logical, organized and decisive
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively function in a team environment
• Computer literate in Word, Excel and Outlook

What makes you stand out?

• Working towards or completion of CIP is an asset

Marsh is the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser. With over 35,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue approaching US $20 billion and 83,000 colleagues worldwide, MMC helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. Follow Marsh on Twitter @MarshGlobal; LinkedIn; Facebook; and YouTube, or subscribe to BRINK. Victor Insurance Managers Inc. is a subsidiary of Victor Insurance Holdings and a leading managing general agent in Canada. Victor Canada has a rich history in specialty insurance, and offers a unique range of products and programs distributed through independent brokers and advisors. The company is committed to empowering insurance professionals and their clients through innovation, specialized underwriting expertise, and a nimble, technology-oriented business approach. For more information, visit www.victorinsurance.ca.
Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

In accordance with applicable legislation, Mercer will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need please contact TANA@mmc.com.