We are looking for a highly dependable and personable individual to fill the role of Commercial Assistant in our firm’s fast-paced commercial lines department. This is a permanent, full-time position that is available immediately (with some flexibility).
Stanhope Simpson is an independent and privately owned Atlantic Canadian family business similar to many of our long-standing, highly valued commercial clients. Our mission is to provide our clients with superior insurance, surety bonding and risk management services, and to do so at the highest level of customer service so they may focus on cultivating their businesses and enjoying their families while feeling protected and well taken care of. With over 70 years of history and a strong presence in the Maritimes, we invite you to join our team and become a part of our future.
Our Name: Stanhope Simpson Insurance Ltd.
Where We Are: 3845 Joseph Howe Drive, Suite 300, Halifax, NS
Who We Are: A General Insurance Brokerage providing Commercial Insurance, Surety Bonding and Personal Insurance Solutions to Businesses and Individuals throughout Atlantic Canada
Position: Junior Account Manager – Commercial Lines
We are seeking a self-motivated insurance professional who takes initiative. Diligence and organizational skills are imperative to this position. Applicants should consider themselves to be team-oriented with exceptional interpersonal skills, including both written and verbal professional communication. We are looking for a client-focused individual with the ability to foster and build positive professional relationships with colleagues and clients. A successful candidate is adaptable to a fast-paced and diversified office environment.
The Commercial Assistant role requires both individual and team work. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting on a broad portfolio of complex commercial insurance accounts under the leadership of a (senior) commercial insurance producer at our firm. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- The preparation of insurance and related documentation to be provided to clients, underwriters and other professionals such as marketing Proposals, along with Insurance Summaries for Prospective and Existing clients.
- Diligently and carefully reviewing insurance policies and related documentation for accuracy and preparing same for clients
- Assistance with Surety Bonding
- File organization
- Accounting assistance (billing/invoicing)
- Other tasks related to the daily administration of a broad portfolio of commercial insurance accounts
We are in search of a dedicated individual who is looking to form a mutually beneficial and long-lasting relationship with our organization.
As a member of our firm, you will be expected to achieve your CIP (Chartered Insurance Professional) designation if you do not already hold this accreditation. The CIP consists of 10 courses which are completed outside of work hours. Additional information about this program is available by visiting: http://www.insuranceinstitute.ca/en/cip-fcip-designations/cip.aspx
Education/Experience Requirements for this Role:
- Applicants must have post-secondary education.
- High proficiency with Adobe, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Insurance industry experience is considered a significant asset.
- Insurance-related education and/or professional designations are considered significant assets (ie. CAIB, CIP, FCIP, CRM).
How to Apply:
Please email your resume to Donald McDermaid at dkmcdermaid@stanhopesimpson.com. We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Stanhope Simpson is an independent and privately owned Atlantic Canadian family business. With 70 years of history and a strong reputation in the Maritimes, we invite you to join our team and become a part of our exciting future.
Our mission is to provide our clients with superior insurance, surety bonding and risk management services, and to do so at the highest level of customer service so they may focus on cultivating their businesses and enjoying their families while feeling protected and well taken care of.
Where We Are: 3845 Joseph Howe Drive, Suite 300, Halifax, NS
Who We Are: A General Insurance Brokerage providing Commercial Insurance, Surety Bonding and Personal Insurance Solutions to Businesses and Individuals throughout Atlantic Canada. We stand out from other brokerages in our region because we are an independent and family owned company; we are not owned or controlled by an insurance company. In fact, we have successfully transitioned our business to a very capable and proven next generation. Our management team is comprised of both men and women including an MBA and CPA, CA.
Position: Personal Insurance Broker
As such, we are looking for a highly dependable and personable individual to fill the role of Personal Insurance Broker in our firm’s fast-paced personal lines department. This is a contract, full-time position that is available immediately (with some flexibility) to cover a maternity leave until August 2019.
We are seeking a self-motivated insurance professional who takes initiative. Diligence and organizational skills are imperative to this position. Applicants should consider themselves to be team-oriented with exceptional interpersonal skills, including both written and verbal professional communication. We are looking for a client-focused individual with the ability to foster and build positive professional relationships with colleagues and clients. A successful candidate is adaptable to a fast-paced and diversified office environment.
The Personal Insurance Broker role requires both individual and team work. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a broad portfolio of personal insurance accounts under the leadership of our personal lines manager. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Direct communication with personal clients including the provision of professional and practical insurance advice
- Diligently and carefully reviewing insurance policies and related documentation for accuracy and preparing same for client
- Sell new policies/write new business to existing or new clients, retain existing book of business
- The preparation of insurance and related documentation to be provided to clients, underwriters and other professionals
- Actively participate in training initiatives and keep current on underwriting rules and workflow processes
- Other tasks related to the daily administration of a broad portfolio of personal insurance accounts
Education/Experience Requirements for this Role:
- Minimum 5 year insurance broker experience preferred
- Post-secondary education preferred
- Experience with Applied TAM considered an asset
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook required
- Insurance-related education and/or professional designations are considered important assets
Why Join Our Company?
- Competitive compensation including two bonuses during the expected 12 month (minimum) contract term
- Free parking
- Employee turnover is extremely low which demonstrates that we offer a fantastic corporate culture that has great comradery and company spirit
- We offer a comprehensive group health and benefits plan
- We have a strong reputation in the business community
How to Apply:
Please email your cover letter and resume to Heather Peach at hpeach@stanhopesimpson.com. We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are excited to announce that Stanhope Simpson Insurance can now deliver digital proof of auto insurance to our customers. Digital pink cards are convenient, secure and free!
What does this mean for our customers?
You can say goodbye to paper! No more frustration while you rifle through your glove compartment for your pink card. Get your auto insurance cards from us over email and then save them to your computer or mobile device. This gives you access anytime, anywhere – even offline. It’s super easy. There are no passwords or user names to remember. And the best news of all, there is no cost to use this amazing new feature. It’s 100% free to get digital pink cards!
Are digital pink cards secure?
Yes it extremely secure. You get bank-grade security to protect your personal information.
How do I access my digital pink card on my smartphone?
You can easily store your auto insurance card (also known as an eSlip) in you digital wallet, alongside your loyalty cards, event tickets, boarding passes, or credit cards that you may already have saved in your phone. Some common digital wallets include: Apple Wallet (for Iphones with iOS 6 or higher), Pass2U (for Andriod 3.0 or higher), Microsoft Wallet (for phones running Microsoft 10 and higher).
Does this work for other kinds of insurance documents?
Yes! Anything you currently receive from Stanhope Simpson in paper form for home, auto and business can be sent to you by electronically. You will receive an email from My Proof of Insurance with PDF policy documents attached. Then you can save them to your computer or mobile device.
Where do I sign up?
Contact us today to take advantage of this great new feature! Or if you are already a customer, reach out your Stanhope Simpson broker to sign up.
Due to a power outage, our office is closed for the remainder of the day on Thursday, January 4, 2018.
If you have an urgent matter, please contact either Steven Bates at 902-237-5426 or Donald McDermaid at 902-209-1022.
We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. Stay safe everyone!
The Atlantic Canadian construction industry and friends came together in a big way on Saturday, October 28th, raising a remarkable $330,000 for the IWK during the 2017 Kent Great Big Dig.
“I’ve been involved with the Kent Great Big Dig for many years and I’m so grateful to our organizing team, sponsors and volunteers for hosting another incredible evening in support of the IWK,” says John Flemming of Ocean Contractors, who took over as event chair this year. “We are so fortunate to have the IWK in our community and I’m proud of the difference the local construction industry is making to the children and families of Atlantic Canada who rely on its care.”
Over the last 15 years, the event has raised more than $3.2 million for the IWK. This year, funds will support the replacement of the aging incubator fleet in the IWK’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with new Specialized Neonatal Incubators. These new incubators feature an overhead warmer, which allows the top to be raised so babies can stay warm and comfortable during delicate procedures. The warmer also enables the care team to respond to emergencies within seconds without having to transfer babies to a warming device, which can cause undue stress to a critically ill infant.
Katie and Sean Smith know just how vital it is for the IWK’s NICU to obtain these new incubators. Their son, Eli, spent the first two months of his life in an incubator after being born 16 weeks early, weighing just 1 lb. 8 oz.
Eli was discharged from the IWK in September, three days after his original due date. Today, weighing 12 pounds, he is home with his parents and is thriving!
“The funds raised at this year’s Kent Great Big Dig are supporting the life-saving care of patients like Eli,” says Jennifer Gillivan, President & CEO, IWK Foundation. “The IWK is the special place it is today for our patients and their families because of the unwavering generosity of our Maritime community. Thank you to everyone involved in the Kent Great Big Dig for continuing to build a future of excellence at the IWK.”
Last weekend, members of the Stanhope Simpson team travelled to the Algonquin Report at Saint Andrews By-the-Sea to take in the 155th CANS AGM. This year, Stanhope Simpson was proud to be a Gold Sponsor for event.
Congrats B.D. Stevens & Clayton Barlett
At the morning business sessions and annual general meeting, we were thrilled to be in attendance for two well deserved presentations.
Chris Sangster accepted the Bowman Award, for 25 years of continuous CANS membership, on behalf of our long time client B.D. Stevens Limited. The Bowman Award is named after Earle Bowman of Fundy Construction – a past President and Honourary Life Member of CANS.
Through designation of Honourary Life Membership, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia wishes to honour individuals who, through their deeds and actions, have significantly contributed to the betterment of the Association, the industry, and attainment of CANS’ goals and visions. This year, Clayton Bartlett, another valued Stanhope Simpson client, accepted the lifetime membership award.
Black and White Boogie
Later on that evening, the team broke out their classiest attire to attend the Black and White Masquerade Ball. Rocking some impressive masks, they enjoyed a tasty dinner and dancing by the Sasha Muise Band. The guys really clean up well, don’t you think?
Did you know that the Province of Nova Scotia is introducing a new E-Bidding system this fall that requires the use of e-bonds?
Local and Independent Expertise
If you are a contractor or supplier that bids public work in our province and do not yet have a bonding program, give us a call today at (902) 454-8641. We are a local, privately owned and independent company just like our esteemed clients. We also provide more bonds in Nova Scotia than any other insurance broker. Our team has unmatched technical expertise and a service culture the ensures your surety needs are met. We understand the deadlines for submitting bids and tenders. We are ready to work with you to get your bonds in place on time, every time.
Perhaps you already have a bonding program in place with another carrier – are your estimating team and your bonding provider prepared for the new E-Bidding system? We are happy to review your current bonding facility and let you know what your company needs to do to get ready for E-Bidding. Our team will provide you with a comprehensive and competitive proposal for a bonding facility with our company based on our extensive experience in the industry. The process is very relationship driven. We pride ourselves in working with only the top, financially strong surety partners and speciality markets. You can trust us to provide advice and guidance in finding the right surety to meet your needs.
Call us today
Many brokers in Atlantic Canada provide bonding but only a handful of us are bonding experts. Call us today at (902) 454-8641 and ask for Victoria or Steven – true, local bonding experts.
Cyber insurance goes beyond your general liability or business policies to cover the costs of getting you up and running again after a breach, as well as the lost income due to a business shut down. A breach can cause crippling damage to your data and your pocketbook.
Speciality insurance coverage for cyber risks is relatively new to the marketplace. However, the possibility of a cyber attack is a reality that every business owner needs to consider. It is certainly not just a “big business” issue, as small businesses have become more attractive targets in the eyes of many hackers.
Did you know?
- 40% of all cyber attacks target business with fewer than 500 employees
- About 70% of Canadian businesses have been victims of cyber attacks
- The average cost per incident is $15,000.
- Cyber crime has surpassed illegal drug trafficking as a criminal moneymaker
Tips and Next Steps
Some great tips to prepare your business can be found at this link 13 Tips to Achieve Great Cybersecurity Without Spending a Fortune
To find out more about Cyber Insurance and the coverages that are available to your business, contact us today!
Stanhope Simpson is an independent and privately owned Atlantic Canadian family business similar to many of our long-standing, highly valued commercial clients.
Our mission is to provide our clients with superior insurance, surety bonding and risk management services, and to do so at the highest level of customer service so they may focus on cultivating their businesses and enjoying their families while feeling protected and well taken care of.
With 70 years of history and a strong reputation in the Maritimes, we invite you to join our team and become a part of our exciting future.
Our Name: Stanhope Simpson Insurance Ltd.
Where We Are: 3845 Joseph Howe Drive, Suite 300, Halifax, NS
Who We Are: a general insurance brokerage providing commercial insurance, surety bonding and personal insurance solutions to businesses and individuals throughout Atlantic Canada. We stand out from other brokerages in our region because we are an independent and family owned company; we are not owned or controlled by an insurance company. In fact, we have successfully transitioned our business to a very capable and proven second generation. Our management team is comprised of both men and women including an MBA and CPA, CA.
Our Website: www.stanhopesimpson.com
Position: Commercial Account Manager
We are growing! As such, we are looking for a highly dependable and personable individual to fill the role of Commercial Account Manager in our firm’s fast-paced commercial lines department. This is a permanent, full-time position that is available immediately (with some flexibility).
We are seeking a self-motivated insurance professional who takes initiative. Diligence and organizational skills are imperative to this position. Applicants should consider themselves to be team-oriented with exceptional interpersonal skills, including both written and verbal professional communication. We are looking for a client-focused individual with the ability to foster and build positive professional relationships with colleagues and clients. A successful candidate is adaptable to a fast-paced and diversified office environment.
The Commercial Account Manager role requires both individual and team work. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a broad portfolio of complex commercial insurance accounts under the leadership of two established commercial insurance producers at our firm. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Direct communication with commercial clients including the provision of professional and practical insurance advice
- Diligently and carefully reviewing insurance policies and related documentation for accuracy and preparing same for clients
- File organization
- The preparation of insurance and related documentation to be provided to clients, underwriters and other professionals
- Accounting assistance, billing/invoicing
- Other tasks related to the daily administration of a broad portfolio of commercial insurance accounts
We are in search of a dedicated individual who is looking to form a mutually beneficial and long-lasting relationship with our organization.
Ideally, we would prefer that an experienced insurance professional fill this role. However, those interested in this position that do not have insurance experience are still encouraged to apply if they consider their educational background and/or work experience make them a good candidate.
As a member of our firm, you will be expected to achieve your CIP (Chartered Insurance Professional) designation if you do not already hold this accreditation. The CIP consists of 10 courses which are completed outside of work hours. Additional information about this program is available by visiting: http://www.insuranceinstitute.ca/en/cip-fcip-designations/cip.aspx
Education/Experience Requirements for this Role:
- Applicants must have post-secondary education
- Experience with Applied TAM considered an asset
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe, Microsoft Excel and Outlook required
- Insurance industry experience is considered a significant asset
- Insurance-related education and/or professional designations are considered important assets
Why Join Our Company?
- Competitive compensation including bonuses paid twice per year
- RRSP contributions provided to all staff
- We have a terrific employee perks program which includes gym membership, Costco membership, employee anniversary gifts and various other employee rewards and perks
- Employee turnover is extremely low which demonstrates that we offer a fantastic corporate culture that has great comradery and company spirit
- We offer a comprehensive group health and benefits plan
- We financially support educational endeavors for our staff (subject to management approval)
- A strong reputation in the business community and an exciting future
How to Apply:
Please email your cover letter and resume to Heather Peach at hpeach@stanhopesimpson.com. We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are excited to announce Scott Conrad has joined Stanhope Simpson Insurance as Personal Lines Manager. Scott brings a wealth of experience, having spent over 20 years working for well-known brokerages in both Nova Scotia and Ontario. He has a solid background in personal lines and experience working with the top insurance markets.
Scott is very client centric, ensuring all clients’ needs are met. He takes pride in providing clients with timely service, developing customized insurance packages based on individual needs, and providing sound insurance and claims’ advice. He is also actively involved with Insurance Brokers Association of Nova Scotia (IBANS) as the treasurer and has been a member of the board of directors since 2013.
Welcome to the team Scott!
