SGI

Underwriting Assistant (Commercial Property)

SGI  •  $55k - $69k/yr  •  Edmonton, CA (Hybrid)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

Do you value integrity and innovation? How about passion and caring? Great! Us too, and that's why you'll fit right in. Our intentional culture promotes trust and participation, encouraging you to bring your heart and mind to work every day.

Out-of-Scope
Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Edmonton or Calgary
Pay Range: $55,371 - $69,175
Closes: June 5th, 2026

Work Location: This role is eligible for hybrid – this means you’ll have the flexibility of working from home and in the office, on a scheduled rotation once probation requirements have been met. Until then, the successful incumbent will be expected to work on-site, full-time.

General Accountability

Responsible for processing insurance policies; reviewing, evaluating and determining insurability for routine renewal insurance applications; and providing administrative support to the underwriting team.

Key Accountabilities
Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities – other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Policy Processing

  • Processes new/renewal applications, revisions, cancellations and quotes with a mix of processing simple new business and servicing existing policies.

  • Calculates premiums, ensuring that appropriate rates are used and that applicable discounts and surcharges are applied.

  • Ensures that product and customer service levels are maintained.

Insurance Underwriting

  • Reviews and evaluates routine renewal applications and/or revisions to confirm the nature and degree of risk involved.

  • Acquires further information on applications (and the risks involved) when necessary.

  • Determines whether to accept, modify or escalate risks.

  • Places business within the rules and restrictions of subscription, reinsurance and legislative guidelines.

Broker Relationships

  • Explains underwriting criteria and decisions to brokers (verbally and/or in writing).

  • Develops and maintains working relationships with brokers to generate a flow of profitable business and provide assistance in resolving any service matters.

  • Promotes and sells supporting products to brokers.

  • Negotiates conditions, premiums and limitations for routine renewal policies to balance business needs and underwriting guidelines in limited situations (in applicable positions only).

Administrative Support

  • Reviews and dispatches underwriting submissions.

  • Maintains filing systems.

  • Provides administrative support to the underwriting team.

Leadership

  • Actively contributes to and supports a culture of a high performing workforce.

  • Participates in divisional succession plans, ensuring ongoing professional and career development and supports development in others.

  • Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies.

  • Is actively committed to leadership development across the company, supporting team and workforce readiness through mentoring, training and developmental opportunities.

Corporate Management

  • Enables the success of programs and policies that are in alignment with corporate, strategic and divisional strategies.

  • Manages risk in area of authority.

  • Ensures that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility.

Education & Experience

  • A one-year certificate from an accredited post-secondary education institution in a relevant field of study such Business and specializing in insurance and risk management

  • CIP designation (or are working toward/interested in pursuing it)

  • 1 – 2 years’ directly related experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of office procedures and office equipment.

  • Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Word and Excel.

  • Knowledge of underwriting procedures.

  • Knowledge of the principles and practice of insurance.

At SGI CANADA, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels seen and heard, and where every individual is respected. Our commitment to reconciliation includes actively hiring Indigenous people and creating opportunities for diverse talent to thrive. We offer more than a job; we embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, provide a career with purpose, growth, and belonging. Join us and help shape a workplace where every voice matters and contributes to our shared success.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your accommodation request to employeeleaves@sgi.sk.ca and we will work through your request with you. All information received will be kept confidential.

Pay Range:$55,371.00 - $69,175.00

Posting Close Date:

June 5, 2026

As you prepare to submit your application, and cover letter if applicable, please highlight the achievements that demonstrate why you're a great candidate for this role.

SGI

About SGI

The Saskatchewan Auto Fund is the province's compulsory auto insurance program, operating the driver licensing and vehicle registration system.

Facebook: @SGIcommunity Twitter: @SGItweets Instagram: @SGIphotos

Regina is the home of SGI's corporate head office along with the Regina Operations Centre (ROC). We operate 21 claims centres and 5 salvage centres across 13 Saskatchewan communities.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Regina, CA
Year Founded
1945
Website
sk.ca
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