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Apply nowPPI (an independent subsidiary of iA Financial) is an Insurance Marketing Organization that sits between independent advisors and insurance companies. From coast-to-coast, we provide value-added services and support such as digital tools, education, marketing, and processing, to help Advisors elevate and grow their business with a socially responsible mindset.
At PPI, each day you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference when you support our independent insurance advisors in providing financial security and peace of mind to their clients: Canadian families and businesses.
When you join PPI you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and equitable place to work that values different perspectives. You will benefit from a culture that is people-focused, inclusive and collaborative with opportunities to learn and develop your skills, develop your career and make a meaningful impact.
Our people drive our progress through innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence. We work hard and always ensure we have fun along the way.
PPI is pleased to provide employees with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. This role is eligible for working from home up to 3 days per week and may be filled at either our Quebec City or Brossard location.
New Business Administrator
The primary focus of the New Business Administrator is to ensure service levels to advisors are maintained and to manage cases from submission to commission as quickly and seamlessly as possible.
The New Business Administrator processes life insurance applications through the appropriate channels resulting in the issue and settlement of policy contracts including conducting appropriate follow up for requested information, data entry, reviewing all incoming mail and determining the appropriate course of action.
Key Responsibilities:
Process new business applications ensuring issue and settlement processing steps are compliant, accurate and carried out in a timely manner to deliver a positive and value-added experience for advisors and maintain PPI’s service standards
Assume ownership of assigned files, and quality of data, including recognizing any urgencies and assisting in the resolution of problems that may prevent a file from moving through the process as quickly as possible and understanding the downstream impact on reporting and commissions
Order all underwriting requirements where required or confirmation of same when ordered by the advisor ensuring that all medical and/or financial documentation requirements are received and included with applications
Prepare all requirements for mailing to insurance carriers and/or advisors
Build effective relationships with assigned advisors acting as a consistent point of contact throughout the process and responding to queries
Maintain contact between the insurance carrier and the advisor regarding the status of the application; follow up with paramedical facilities and advisors as required, ensuring advisors are updated regularly on current status
Review issued policies to confirm complete accuracy and ensure advisor receives a copy
Settle policies by following up on all outstanding requirements, obtain all necessary signatures
Ensure progress is recorded in WealthServ in a timely manner and per PPI’s service standards
Anticipate the needs of advisors and follow established processes for informing advisors of important details related to underwriting
Effectively resolve any issues which pertain to cases in underwriting
Verify and update carrier feeds where applicable
Additional responsibilities, duties and special projects as identified
Education, Experience and Skills:
A minimum of 2-5 years’ administrative experience, preferably in the insurance industry with an emphasis on new business processes
Industry designation(s) (FLMI, ACS, AIAA) considered an asset
Superior organizational and time management skills with proven ability to handle high volumes of work and tight deadlines
Proven accuracy, attention to detail and data entry skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and work within a team environment
Ability to represent self, office and organization in a professional, positive manner at all times
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner
Knowledge of WealthServ and Microsoft Office programs; Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint in particular
Excellent French and English language skills, both oral and written due to frequent interactions with French and English-speaking colleagues, internal partners and clients across Canada
We thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your resume may be used for other vacancies.
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