Team Lead, Surety

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

As a Team Lead your work will have a big impact on the BC Surety Department. You will be responsible for leading a team of Underwriters and/or Financial Analysts towards the achievement of our goals and strategic objectives.  You will report to the Manager, Surety, BC.

This position is a full-time permanent opportunity based in our Vancouver, BC office.

What you'll do here:

• Lead, guide, coach, and develop team members by being a resource for the team

• Manage and build strong relationships with brokers and clients through regular broker contact

• Approve line limits and overline bond requests within your authority level and make recommendations on larger accounts

• Collaborate and work with the Manager, Surety, BC and other Surety Leaders on improving processes and workflows

• Liaise with the National Surety Underwriting team on industry, underwriting and claims issues

• Participate in workforce planning and employee recruitment and training

• Manage team members performance by conducting development discussions and performance reviews

What you bring to the table:

• University degree or college diploma in business, accounting, finance, or economics

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant surety experience

• Exemplary communication, interpersonal skills, organizational and time management skills

• Strong customer service orientation, analytical abilities and attention to detail

• Ability to work in a constantly changing environment

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability

• Advanced computer skills: Word, Excel and Outlook

Salary of the successful candidate will typically be positioned between the following range, taking into consideration a number of factors including prior experience, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, location and internal equity:

What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.