Job title: Commercial Insurance Broker – Small Business (Hybrid)

Company: Cowan Insurance Group

Job description: You’re passionate about providing professional, friendly customer service and advice to our clients.

You’re a people person who enjoys building long-lasting relationships with insurance carriers, industry leaders and your colleagues.

You’re detail-oriented with strong problem solving skills that will enable you to put together solid solutions for our clients.

If you’re nodding, this Commercial Insurance Broker role at Cowan Insurance Group may be perfect for you!

What’s the ask?

Under the direction of the Manager, Small Business Solutions, the successful candidate will provide professional insurance services to clients who operate small to mid-sized commercial businesses in specific Segments or businesses eligible for specific programs.

Key responsibilities:

• Cross selling and looking for and servicing an existing portfolio of business with a primary focus on client retention and relationship, in accordance with department standards.
• Follow SBS procedures to provide exceptional customer service to existing/new clients. This includes adhering to SBS Customer Service Standards and proper use of activity codes and labeling procedures to ensure files are complete and organized. Take a client centric & consultative approach to provide solutions that add value to our customers
• Through the identification of key risks for our clients, identify & forward new opportunities on your files to other lines of business within our organization

What does it take?

• RIBO license or ability to obtain
• 2-3 years previous insurance experience (Property & Casualty)
• Customer-centric, friendly and professional at all times
• Exceptional organization skills with an ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• High level of self-motivation, with the ability to perform effectively with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products
• Professional, responsive, and a positive work attitude is essential
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Previous experience with EPIC is an asset
• CIP, CAIB, CRM (or working towards designation) would be an asset
• This position is subject to appropriate background checks that may include credential, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks.

Who we are

Canadian-owned and operated, Cowan Insurance Group is a leading independent insurance brokerage and consulting operation, providing real value to our clients. With over 500 employees operating out of 8 locations across Canada, we’re proud to have been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2012.

We partner with leading national and international insurance companies to:

• deliver insurance and risk management solutions to businesses, organizations and individuals
• advise on and create retirement, group benefits, disability management and international benefits programs for employee groups.

We also offer wealth and asset management as well as financial and succession planning services to individuals, and specialize in property, casualty and credit insurance.

What sets us apart?

Be in good company

Integrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive.

Challenge your thinking

You’re valued for your passion, drive and creativity. The pace is fast but the work is meaningful, interesting, and complex, just the way you like it.

Grow together

We believe in your potential. If you’re looking to develop your expertise with learning opportunities and mentoring, we’ll make that happen.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive salary
• Participate in our comprehensive benefits plan on day one — no waiting period
• Company-matched Retirement Savings Plan
• Company-paid training and development courses
• Community involvement
• Hybrid work environment

Are you interested?

Send your cover letter and resume and share your unique story with us.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee candidates will be selected strictly on the basis of an individual’s technical qualifications, knowledge and experience, as they relate to the requirements of a particular position. Selections will be made without regard to: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex, sexual orientation, handicaps (physical or mental), age, marital status, family status, or the receipt of public assistance or record of offences.

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Location: Brantford, ON

Job date: Fri, 13 Oct 2023 05:58:38 GMT