Main Responsibilities

Insurance Strategic Plan, Regulatory and Reputational Risk Management

• Monitor the collection of all the information necessary for the preparation of insurance submissions and applications
• Participate in drafting and reviewing the annual submissions and applications for the main insurance programs
• Support the Insurance Team in contract negotiations and make sure that goals are met regarding insurance requirements for CN and third parties
• Collaborate with Law and Procurement to review legal contracts for vendors, suppliers, business and operation partners or clients
• Work proactively with CN brokers and forensic accountants on the preparation of large insurance claims
• Stay abreast of market conditions and trends for Class 1 railways regarding various types of coverages such as property, third party liability as well as Directors and Officers (D&O) coverage

Stakeholders' Engagement

• Interact with external brokers and oversee the completion of work against goals
• Maintain good relationship with local brokers
• Take part in meetings with the brokers for the renewal of CN's main insurance programs and organize annual meetings
• Develop business relationships with other CN departments allowing an effective collaboration in the resolution of various insurance requests
• Develop and participate in insurance training and information sessions with internal stakeholders

Professional Development
• Partner and engage with cross-functional peers and other stakeholders, establishing collaborative and productive dotted line relationships
• Establish a plan to improve and maintain knowledge in risk management, insurance and the Class 1 railway industry through relevant training and involvement

Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The current policy allows for remote work on Wednesdays and Fridays. The incumbent may be required to work overtime as required. Due to nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to work in a high-pressure environment, meet deadlines to ensure executive and Board level deliverable, handle pressure, and stress.

Requirements

Experience

Insurance
• Between 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in the insurance and risk management industry
o Experience communicating and presenting insurance information
o Experience working for a major transportation company
o Experience working in a Class 1 railway
Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

• College Diploma in insurance (DEC en techniques de services financiers et d'assurances / AEC assurance de dommages) or equivalent experience;
• Certification as a Damage Insurance Representative or a Claims Adjuster
• Risk Management Certificate (CRM) or CIP designation
Any of the above designation would be considered as an asset

Competencies

• Demonstrates agility and drives change
• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
• Applies critical thinking
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with impact
• Develops self and others
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Demonstrates active listening
• Identified needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders
• Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of insurance and risk management
• Knowledge of economic principles and markets
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)
Any of the above skills would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader andtrade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to thecommunities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons ofnatural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout NorthAmerica every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern andWestern coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile railnetwork, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to communityprosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programssupporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we workas ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providingoperational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

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