Job Description

Company: Sovereign Insurance
Department: SOV -Spec Lines Solutions
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (6 months)
Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office)
Language: This role operates in English.
Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant

The Opportunity:

At Sovereign Insurance, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Co-operators General Insurance Company, we believe leadership is shaped by purpose, collaboration, and meaningful contribution. When you grow, we grow — your success crowns ours.

We value diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who lift others up. Here, your initiative matters, and your efforts help build the resilience of the Canadian businesses and communities we serve.

That shared commitment strengthens our culture and moves us forward — together. That’s the Crown Effect.

The Assistant, Specialty Lines Solutions Portfolio is responsible for organizing and maintaining Letters of Authority (LOAs), contracts, compliance documentation, and portfolio setup within a new Delegated Authority technology platform. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong Excel and problem-solving skills and an interest in specialty lines portfolio management, program underwriting, compliance, governance, and process improvement.

How you will create impact:

• Maintaining SharePoint sites and document repositories by organizing Letters of Authority (LOAs), contract and compliance documentation and related records to support distribution operations.
• Uploading and validating data within a new Delegated Authority technology platform to enable accurate and efficient bordereau processing.
• Supporting the development of training materials, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and user guides to support system adoption and ongoing enhancements.
• Supporting the implementation and ongoing administration of compliance and market conduct frameworks while identifying opportunities for process improvements and stronger controls.

To join our team:

• You are currently enrolled in or graduated from a bachelor’s degree program in a related field (commerce, finance, economics, insurance, risk management, or related field).
• Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) courses an asset.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and AI tools (Copilot)
• Interest in the insurance industry and a desire to learn.

How you will succeed:

• You thrive on delivering our exceptional client experience through positive and engaging relationships; embracing accountability to achieve effective results.
• You ensure your day to day actions are in harmony with the company’s purpose, vision, and values even when challenged.
• You are open and adaptable to changing conditions with a natural curiosity to explore and try new approaches.
• You value cooperative and collaborative dialogue because diverse perspectives offer more creative and productive solutions.

What you need to know:

• You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.
• This position will operate on a hybrid work posture which will require an in-office presence of at least twice a week.
• Detail oriented work that requires a high degree of mental concentration for extended periods of time.

What’s in it for you?

• Room to grow with confidence — build your career, contribute your ideas, and see the impact of your work.
• A culture that values you — inclusive, collaborative, and respectful, where different perspectives are encouraged and heard.
• Support for your well-being — a holistic approach to physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.
• Pride in purpose — being part of a Canadian organization dedicated to protecting Canadian businesses and the communities they serve while giving back through volunteering, donations, and national initiatives that help build a more sustainable future.

Salary information

“Expected salary/hourly range $38,007 - $63,345” (min-max, full range)

Salary placement

“The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Sovereign in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.”

Incentive/Variable pay

“Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.”