Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance‑led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.Pay and BenefitsFlexible work arrangements and a hybrid work modelPossibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per yearMultiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and moreShare plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)Salary Range (but not limited to): 118,700 – 145,100Annual Bonus Target: 15% of base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target, subject to personal and company performance.Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – matching 50% of net shares.Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long‑term security beyond careers, including a defined benefit plan that offers guaranteed income for life.Salary will be determined taking into consideration experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to the role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35‑hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who fall outside of this range to apply as well.About the RoleAs a Claims Consultant, Surety, Central and Western Regions, you will work with a high‑performing team of Specialty Lines Claims professionals. This team manages and handles Surety claims such as Contract Surety, Commercial Surety, Developer Surety and Home Warranty in a team environment. Your experience and drive for excellence will help you successfully collaborate, coach junior staff, develop and engage the team, and maintain Intact’s reputation for claims handling excellence.Reporting to the Surety Claims Manager,



you will be part of the National Surety Claims Department and work in a results‑driven and highly rewarding environment to meet profitability and business objectives, and contribute to achieving the industry’s highest level of stakeholder satisfaction.What You’ll Do HereOversee and handle complex claims on surety bonds, including assessing coverage, liability, quantum, and recovery of loss activities and completing bonded obligations.Maintain relationships and synergy with Surety Underwriting and provide client support on moderately complex claim related matters.Work closely with your Manager to develop and recommend strategies for file handling and resolution of claims.Provide coaching to file handlers working on a specific exposure related to a complex default.Follow industry trends and collaborate with the Management team to develop strategies to proactively manage those trends.Navigate and determine strategies relating to insolvencies and dealing with Trustee/Receivers as they arise.Demonstrate strong negotiating and problem‑solving skills and follow through to execution and resolution of a claim.Demonstrate strong organizational skills in collecting documentation and setting out and documenting the rationale of claim strategy and settlements within established authorization levels.Manage internal and external resources, such as legal counsel and consultants retained for claims handling assistance, and apply expense mitigation for the same.Assist management with driving changes as needed and help strategize initiatives for the department when they arise.Maintain collaborative and transparent communication with all stakeholders associated with the Surety line of business, including internal and external stakeholders, to ensure smooth relationships and a second‑to‑none experience driven from our core values.What You Bring to the TableLegal degree is required.Minimum of 5 years of surety claim experience or 3–6 years experience in construction and contract law.Management, coaching,



and mentoring experience is an asset.Self‑starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.Excellent analytical and decision‑making skills with attention to detail.Strong negotiation skills.Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.Flexibility with travel, as required.This role is eligible for employee referral bonus. #myReferrals3000Ce poste jouera un rôle essentiel au sein de notre équipe. | This position will fill an essential role in our team.Equal Chance & Diversity StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer. At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity‑deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Métis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration‑related matters including but not limited to employer‑specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility.If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on the Internal Career Site.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Claims Consultant-Surety - C$118,700 - C$145,100 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Intact
📍 Winnipeg