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RPC Underwriting Assistant - Fall 2026… at Definity · Edmonton
Job Description
YOUR NEXT CO-OP PLACEMENT
Work term: Fall 2026
Work term length: 4-months (Flexible to 8 months)
From classroom to co-op to career, every step of your journey has an impact on your future. That’s why it makes sense to choose a co-op placement with a company that offers truly rewarding work and real-life experience. At Definity®, your contributions, creativity, and energy will be put to good use, and you’ll get to be involved with initiatives that support our strategic goals and use your skills in a supportive team environment.
If you’re looking for a company that takes care of its people — full time, part time, and co-ops alike — and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.
What you’ll be doing
- Assist with various tasks related to the underwriting process, including data entry, report ordering, and policy systems management
- Collaborate with colleagues in the commercial underwriting department to ensure work is accurately and fully completed
- Contribute to achieving our customer service level promises, meeting quality and production expectations on a regular basis
- Familiarize yourself with our underwriting processes, guidelines, and workflow to complete tasks accurately
- Support general office duties and other tasks as required
What you bring
- Strong typing skills and overall computer literacy
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a professional manner
- Demonstrates initiative and willingness to learn High school diploma or equivalent
- Post-secondary education and/or working towards a Chartered Insurance Professional designation is an asset
- Previous insurance experience would be an asset
Did you know?
- We care about our co-ops: Definity’s co-op students are considered the best pipeline of talent for our full-time, permanent positions.
- We care about students: Definity distributes $85,000 in scholarships to students across Canada each year.
- We care about our community: Definity donates more than $1 million every year to causes that drive true change in the neighbourhoods in which we live and work.
What can Definity offer you?
- Meaningful work forwarding our purpose of building a better world by helping our clients and communities adapt and thrive in their hardest times of need.
- Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.
- Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities.
- Opportunity to join our employee groups - focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental activism
- Determined to create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future. Check our ESG work!
About Company
Company
This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.
The hourly compensation for the role starts at $22.50 per hour and will increase based on factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, and the recommended rates as set by the respective educational institution.
We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting accessibility@economical.com.
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).
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