Financial Analyst/Underwriter, Surety - Halifax

Financial Analyst/Underwriter, Surety - Halifax

202 Brownlow Ave, Dartmouth, NS B3B 1T5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00 AM

At Trisura, we expect more because we believe it can be done better.

We are a young, growth oriented team with a commitment to exceptional talent and have been named one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers since 2017. Our growth and our entrepreneurial style, niche market position and development opportunities ensure that our people see the results of their commitment reflected in the company’s success.

We are currently seeking a qualified individual to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team of Surety professionals in our Halifax office.

FINANCIAL ANALYST / UNDERWRITER, SURETY – HALIFAX

As a member of the team, the successful applicant will be responsible for working on commercial surety initiatives and priorities that are national in scope. The ideal candidate is driven and results oriented with the capability to build upon and foster relationships.

As an integral member of the team, you will bring:

• Strong financial statement analysis skills
• Demonstrated capability for outstanding customer service and building long-term relationships
• Proven track record for quick, accurate problem resolution
• An interest in the construction and development industry
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Strong work ethic, good organizational skills and the ability to work well, both independently and in a team-based environment
• Exceptional working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
• A great attitude and entrepreneurial spirit, embracing our vision “a step above”

Responsibilities:

• Underwrite new business applications according to company standards
• Analyze, assess and continually monitor the financial strength of new and existing construction account business
• Negotiate specific terms and conditions for the issuance of surety bonds and surety facilities for both construction and developer facilities
• Regularly monitor various construction and development projects and aggregate exposures
• Develop new business through networking and marketing primarily with specialist surety brokers
• Represent Trisura at various associations and industry related functions and events
• Search for solutions to financial challenges with the ability to bring creativity and innovation to underwriting risks
• Expand upon industry knowledge and commitment to continual skillset improvement through courses and mentoring by senior members of the team

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of BCom, or BA with Business, Accounting, Finance, or Economics concentration
• 2+ years of experience with financial statement analysis, financial modeling and valuation
• Previous experience in surety, finance or commercial banking is a definite asset
• Bilingual in French and English an asset

If you are looking for a career in an exciting and rewarding company, are driven to excel, thrive in a team environment and want to contribute to the success of an organization that values your contribution, we would like to hear from you!

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Here at Trisura, we are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace that reflects the diversity in each of our offices across Canada. Accommodations will be provided on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of our recruitment and selection process.