Insurance Director

Founded in 1995, Cogir Immobilier has more than 16,000 employees who are passionate about real estate. Motivated by our constant desire to give meaning to real estate, we seek to humanize, create and surpass ourselves in order to design pleasant, functional living environments that reflect the people who occupy them.

Our team manages more than 365 properties located in Canada and the United States. We manage 6 million square feet of commercial real estate and 65,000 housing units including more than 220 private residences for seniors.

The Cogir Foundation supports projects and causes grouped under four main axes, namely young people, seniors, cultural diversity and the environment.

Location Name : Cogir (Montréal) Location City : Montréal Job Status : Permanent : Full Time Job Schedule : Day time Hours per week :

Purpose of the position

The Insurance Manager reviews and evaluates all insurance policies, insurance claims, to maximize and improve coverage, minimize property, general and employee liability risks in the the entire organization.

Specifically, your daily life with us will look like :

• Review and negotiate coverage proposals for renewals and additions to all insurance programs in response to changing needs.
• Identify appropriate deductibles and limits for all insurance programs.
• Evaluate and present risk exposure / insurance underwriting data and discuss with brokers / underwriters for the placement of Cogir Immobilier insurance programs.
• Review and evaluate insurance policy terms and conditions work with insurance brokers / underwriters to maximize and improve coverage in response to current market conditions.
• Conduct claims reviews with insurers, brokers and company business groups, assisting in identifying trends and areas of concern to recommend corrective action.
• Review resolution of all property and liability claims filed against the company by communicating with adjusters, brokers and / or attorneys to determine validity of claim and negotiate appropriate settlements.
• Provide assistance and advice to operations on current issues that may result in litigation or business risk.
• Review operational trends and advise management of applicable insurance programs and / or review security / loss prevention recommendations to avoid recurrences.
• Provide direction to operations on risk management, including policy development.
• Adequately maintain enterprise risk management systems to ensure effective reporting and efficient information processing.
• Identify, lead and / or assist with special projects as needed.
• Perform any ad hoc reporting or respond to management information needs.
• Any other related tasks.

The ideal person has :

• Solid understanding of insurance and risk management principles
• Fluent in French and English (written and spoken)
• Experience working with insurance brokers, insurance companies and underwriters.
• Team oriented and willing to work with other departments on insurance renewals, premium allocations, claims management, contract reviews, etc.
• Detail-oriented with demonstrated ability for accuracy and communication.
• Proactive in anticipating and resolving problems.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Required qualifications :

DEC or Baccalaureate in a field of study relevant to the position

What will you be offered :

• Yearly salary to be discussed.
• Group insurance
• Sick days and time off for family obligations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine
• Vacation
• Free coffee, tea and herbal tea
• Possibility of teleworking
• Indoor parking
• Stimulating challenges, up to your ambitions!

COGIR Real Estate promotes access to equality in employment. Thank you for your interest in COGIR Real Estate, candidates selected for an interview will be contacted as soon as possible.