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Lara madbak

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Experienced professional with strong communication, risk management, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills. Committed to continuous learning and growth. Seeking opportunities outside the insurance industry for a full-time role where strengths can be leveraged to serve others and make a meaningful impact on public safety and community well-being. Passionate about helping people, maintaining a positive attitude, and adapting swiftly to new environments. Prepared to embrace fresh challenges and excel in a role that offers purpose and significance.

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Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

ICPEI

Commercial Underwriter
05.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Established trust with brokers through transparent communication about underwriting decisions and rationale behind them.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for prospective clients, determining eligibility based on established criteria.
  • Leveraged data analysis tools to predict future losses more accurately, enabling better-informed decision-making regarding premium rates.
  • Contributed to company growth by maintaining strong relationships with brokers

BFL

Customer Service Representative
04.2021 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.

Hub International

Associate Account Manager
09.2020 - 04.2021

Job overview

Real Estate Department – 12-Month Contract
Supported major real estate (commercial & residential) and alternative energy (solar & wind) clients through the following:

  • Researched prospective clients and their operations
  • Prepared presentations for new business opportunities
  • Created market submissions, insurance binders, and policy documents
  • Reviewed insurance policies to ensure coverage accuracy
  • Maintained electronic and physical records for all transactions

Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc.

Associate Broker
08.2017 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • As a member of the Broking department, I serviced major real estate clients (commercial portfolios), using the following processes:
  • Mathematical interpretation of values, including calculation of rates, loss ratios and premiums.
  • Created an array of documents in Microsoft Word, including market submissions, insurance binders and policy documents.
  • Reviewed policy documents issued by insurance companies, in order to ensure accuracy of coverage.

Hub International HKMB

Associate
09.2015 - 09.2016

Job overview

Real Estate Department – 12-Month Contract
Supported major real estate (commercial & residential) and alternative energy (solar & wind) clients through the following:

  • Researched prospective clients and their operations
  • Prepared presentations for new business opportunities
  • Created market submissions, insurance binders, and policy documents
  • Reviewed insurance policies to ensure coverage accuracy
  • Maintained electronic and physical records for all transactions

Willis Towers Watson

Assistant Account Manager
09.2013 - 08.2015

Job overview

Supported senior brokers and account managers handling multi-national, risk-managed accounts by:

  • Preparing account renewals by gathering and organizing underwriting information and values
  • Reconciling accounts receivable/payable for premiums, commissions, and expenses
  • Issuing and distributing Certificates of Insurance to clients
  • Managing electronic and physical filing for all transaction documentation


Vittorios Pizzeria & Restaurant

Server
04.2012 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.

Education

Fully Licensed RIBO Broker

Queen's University
Kingston, ON

Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
12.2012

North Toronto Collegiate Institute

Ontario Secondary School Diploma
06.2008

University Overview

Ontario scholarship recipient

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer service expertise
  • Risk assessment proficiency
  • Analytical problem solving

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Interests

Soccer - Was a key player on the U18 Toronto Lady Lynx

Singing - was a member of the Toronto Children's Chorus from 1998 to 2001

An advocate for animal welfare

Gym workouts, running

Timeline

Commercial Underwriter

ICPEI
05.2024 - Current

Customer Service Representative

BFL
04.2021 - 02.2024

Associate Account Manager

Hub International
09.2020 - 04.2021

Associate Broker

Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc.
08.2017 - 08.2018

Associate

Hub International HKMB
09.2015 - 09.2016

Assistant Account Manager

Willis Towers Watson
09.2013 - 08.2015

Server

Vittorios Pizzeria & Restaurant
04.2012 - 08.2012

Queen's University

Bachelor of Arts from Sociology

North Toronto Collegiate Institute

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Fully Licensed RIBO Broker
Lara madbak