Job Description

Navis Marine Insurance Brokerage,

a proud partner of Navacord, is a boutique brokerage specializing in all things marine. We are looking for a Marine Underwriting Assistant, to provide administrative support for the Underwriting department by issuing policy documentation, invoicing premium, managing client and Broker records.

Whether you are already in the insurance industry or are interested in learning about marine insurance and underwriting, you bring amazing administrative skills (organizing, detail orientation, data entry, MS Office expertise) and a desire to learn. We are a welcoming team of marine insurance professionals, and offer the opportunity to learn (through coaching and paid insurance courses) and competitive pay package (including hybrid work)!

Job Location:

Vancouver, BC (Burrard/Pender)

The salary band is $55,000 to 65,000 depending on experience.

As an Underwriting Assistant, you will participate in:

Gathering and entering information, file maintenance and processing documents.

Preparing and distributing renewal lists.

Assisting Underwriters in setting up new quotes.

Issuing documentation, preparing premium invoicing and follow up with Broker partners as needed.

Accurate data entry to ensure that customer information is captured for new business and updated as required for existing business, including cancellations and mid-term changes.

Maintaining detailed records.

Preparing and compiling reports for management as requested.

Your skillset includes:

Administrative accuracy and efficiency. Committed to customer service through building strong, trusted relationships with Broker partners. Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively inside and outside the organization. Ability to prepare and/or review written material including quotes, policy documents, and invoices. Diligence to review applications, policy wording and documents with keen attention to detail. Numerical ability to calculate insurance premiums and prepare invoices. Critical thinking skills to assess risks. Good judgement and confident decision-making. Good interpersonal skills and collaborative approach to be able to work towards common goals. Demonstrated ability to follow Department processes and procedures. Ability to work independently within areas of assigned responsibility. Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet assigned tasks on time and with high accuracy. Ability to collaborate with team members effectively.

Must Haves:

Demonstrated administrative skills, including planning/organizing, data entry and detail orientation.

Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams), with ability to learn new technology/systems.

Committed to continuous learning.

What Do We Offer in Return?

Competitive Benefits Plan (Extended Health and HCSA)

Yearly Lifestyle Benefit

Tuition support for insurance/job related courses

Coaching and mentoring from internal and external experts

Career opportunities

Fun team events during the year

Hybrid work

Downtown office near sky train

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym Vision care Wellness program
Application question(s):

Do you have expertise in using MS Office (word, excel, outlook, teams)? Do you have 2+ years experience in an administrative role?
Education:

Secondary School (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6C 3A6