Farm Underwriter

Heartland Mutual Insurance has an excellent opportunity in our Waterloo office Underwriting Department for two (2) Permanent Full Time Farm Underwriters.

Farm Underwriter – 100 Erb St E, Waterloo, Ontario

What you will do...

• Assess and evaluate risks within the farm portfolio to negotiate pricing and underwriting conditions with brokers.
• Accept, reject, approve, renew or cancel policies in accordance with Heartland’s underwriting guidelines and procedures as well as those contained in program agreements, applicable laws and regulations.
• Build trusted business relationships with brokers, tailor your approach, and seize opportunities.
• Participate in broker visits, industry functions and marketing events in support of business objectives.
• Be involved in stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to grow your skills and expertise.

What you will bring...

• 2-3 years experience in underwriting or any combination of training and experience within the insurance industry.
• Curious, desire to learn, strong analysis and synthesis skills.
• Ability to make decisions in urgent situations, solve complex problems, recommend courses of action, and take calculated risks.
• Skilled communicator, both written and verbal English, who likes to make decisions and excels at influencing others.
• CIP designation or actively pursuing (Minimum 5 Completed)
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to bring creativity to underwriting risks.
• Experience with Guidewire P&C Insurance Software & Technology a strong asset, not required.
• Ability to apply underwriting philosophy and knowledge to strategic goals.

To get in contact with us, please reach out to Recruiting@heartlandfarmmutual.com and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Wage Range: This position starts at $60,600.00 and goes to $66,000.00.

Language: English

What we offer...

In return, we’ll give you countless opportunities to learn and grow. You’ll be empowered to be your best self, do your best work, and make a meaningful impact. Here, you can help shape the future of insurance, win as a team, and grow with us.

At Heartland our benefits are great and include not only health and dental coverage, but also a generous pension plan. All staff members share in our company’s success through our incentive plan. And with our hybrid work model, you get the best of both worlds – the ability to collaborate and connect with great colleagues and to enjoy the benefits of working from home.

Intrigued? We can’t wait to hear from you!