Job Description
About Us:
Our client is a small yet rapidly growing insurance brokerage with a team of 10-12 in based in Vancouver that is expanding across Canada. As they expand their operations into other provinces, they are seeking a dynamic and experienced Personal Lines Manager to lead their personal lines team and contribute to their growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the Personal Lines team, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Client Management: Oversee the servicing and retention of personal lines clients, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
- Sales and Growth: Develop and execute strategies to expand personal lines business, particularly as we enter new markets in other provinces.
- Underwriting Oversight: Supervise underwriting processes, ensuring policies are well-assessed and risks are appropriately managed.
- Training and Development: Provide guidance and training to team members to enhance their knowledge and professional development.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies across all provinces of operation.
- Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency, reducing errors and enhancing client satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years in personal lines insurance, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role. Experience managing a book of personal lines business is highly preferred.
- Licensing: Must hold a valid insurance license in BC or AB; licenses in multiple provinces are an asset.
- Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of personal lines products, underwriting guidelines, and risk management practices.
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team to success.
- Sales Ability: Proven track record of growing personal lines business and achieving sales targets.
- Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage the challenges associated with expanding into new markets.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation: A salary package commensurate with experience, plus potential bonuses.
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as the company expands.
- Work-Life Balance: A supportive work environment that values work-life balance.
- Impact: A leadership role where you can directly influence the success of a growing company.