Customer Service Broker - Home & Auto Insurance

Overview

With every job, there’s always the question of “why”. Why join a company? Why be part of their mission? Here, the why is easy. It’s because at some point, we’ve all needed someone there for us.

At the OTIP Group of Companies (OGC), we believe that something special happens when employees feel valued for the work they do, supported as the people they are, and included in the very fabric of the organization: they bring their best to work every day. And that\'s why we mean it when we say we put our people at the centre of everything we do. Join us as we grow our way into a future that reimagines what it means to deliver meaningful benefits support and service.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Service, you’ll be responsible for assisting clients by providing product and service information, resolving client complaints, and assessing risks for automobile and property policies.

The Core Parts Of Your Role Will Be To

• Directs or responds to telephone inquiries and written requests. This includes processing changes directly into the computer system, applying proper underwriting standards, assessing risks according to binding requirements, and answering general account inquiries.
• Resolves product and service problems. This includes clarifying client complaints, determining the cause of the complaint, selecting the best solution and explaining it, expediting correction, following-up to ensure resolution, and making recommendations to management, as required.
• Attracts potential clients. This includes answering questions and providing information regarding products and services, obtaining ex-dates, and meeting or surpassing ex-date objectives to increase sales potential.
• Prepares and drafts responses to routine correspondence.
• Processes rewrites and remarkets following established new-business guidelines.
• Files and documents records of insurance transactions and maintains and updates current rate manuals for all markets, as received, including new coverage announcements.
• Maintains a comprehensive log and diary system, reviewing and flagging contentious issues for discussion with management, as required.
• Provides quality service while adhering to customer service standards, keeping information confidential to protect operations.
• Performs other duties within competence, as assigned.

Qualifications

Let\’s Talk About You: This is the unique blend of skills and experience we would love to see in an ideal candidate:

• A RIBO licence.
• A minimum of one year’s experience in personal lines automobile and property insurance.
• Exceptional communication skills and the demonstrated ability to deal effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Superior time management, project management and organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Bilingualism is an asset

We also consider your potential. If you know you have what it takes to do the job, but your experience doesn’t exactly match the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply and provide us with more details about why you think you would be a great fit.

Salary and Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary within a range of $52,454.00 to $72,100.00, along with rewarding bonuses that recognize your dedication.

At the OTIP Group of Companies (OGC), we value transparency and take multiple factors into account when determining your starting salary, including your skills, experience, and alignment with the role as well as internal equity, while positioning you for continued growth and recognition over time.

Perks We Offer

• Rewarding salary and bonuses that truly value your dedication
• Industry-leading group benefits with 100% premium coverage (excluding LTD) that start on your first day
• Defined benefit pension plan for a financially confident retirement
• 100% coverage of approved continuing education and licensing fees (including RIBO courses in Ontario)
• Access to a wealth of learning resources, including LinkedIn Learning for professional development
• Flexible work-from-home and hybrid options
• Unlock your potential with opportunities for advancement

Recruitment Process

Please note that we do not currently use artificial intelligence (AI) in our recruitment process and this position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

OTIP and its group of companies strive to create an accessible and inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the recruitment and selection processes and provide accommodations for persons with disabilities.

As a business, we protect what matters most to our members. As an employer, we value what matters most in our workplace. Together, this includes fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to learning and evolving so we can continue to celebrate what makes us special. You are who you are, and our differences are what make us unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Let’s work together! If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online.