Job Description

Farm Underwriter (in office, remote or hybrid available) Join Our Team Today! Kent & Essex Mutual Insurance Company is a well-established property and casualty, mutual insurance company proudly located in Chatham-Kent. We are a financially strong and progressive company with over 135 years of experience building relationships with our policyholders, broker partners and community partners. We believe in doing what\'s right and feeling good about it. We are currently recruiting for a Farm Underwriter to join our growing team. All levels of experience will be considered. We are seeking a dynamic and results oriented team member who possesses first-hand knowledge of the farming industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for issuing new business, policy renewals, endorsements, and cancellations for farm risks (some residential) in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and your level of underwriting authority. The ability to develop strong working relationships with our broker partners is key to the success of this position. This position will report to the Manager of Residential & Farm Underwriting. Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate risks within the farm portfolio.
• Negotiation of renewal terms.
• Processing new policies, renewals, and endorsements per our underwriting guidelines.
• Proactively manage business development opportunities.
• Review underwriting request providing support to brokers confirming the correct rate and clarifying or explaining underwriting rules to ensure they are applied accurately.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with our broker partners and within our own team.
• Provide product training and support to brokers.
• Order and assess inspections or other underwriting information for use in your analysis of critical risk hazards.
• Participate in insurance industry functions and marketing events in support of broker relationship development and team building.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of farm underwriting experience or equivalent knowledge of the farming industry.
• Farm/agricultural background (personal or professional) and/or graduate diploma from an agricultural college would be an asset.
• A general knowledge of building construction and residential properties is beneficial.
• CIP designation or actively pursuing.
• Professional, friendly, and courteous interactions with brokers and coworkers.
• Dependable, organized and willingness to learn.
• A team player with exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Experience with Guidewire would be an asset.
• Demonstrates a high level of respect for confidentiality.

What We Offer

• Work Location - Remote, hybrid or in-office dependent upon your location.
• An incredible team of collaborative and supportive people.
• Comprehensive benefits, ongoing education, and a competitive compensation package.
• A company that values diversity, our business partners, our community and the health and well-being of our team.

APPLY TODAY
Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by applying on our Careers site before May 12, 2023. We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Kent & Essex Mutual will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: Remote