Erica Purcell
About Erica Purcell
Erica Purcell is a Senior Underwriter at Intact, with a background in English Literature from the University of Victoria. She has accumulated extensive experience in underwriting and administrative roles across various companies since 2007.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Erica Purcell has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation since 2021, where she holds the position of Senior Underwriter. In this role, she is responsible for evaluating insurance applications, assessing risks, and determining appropriate coverage terms. Prior to her current position, she worked as Underwriter II in the Prestige division from 2019 to 2021. Her experience at Intact has contributed to her expertise in underwriting practices and risk assessment within the insurance industry.
Education and Expertise
Erica Purcell earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Literature from the University of Victoria, studying from 2008 to 2013. This educational background has equipped her with strong analytical and communication skills, which are essential in her underwriting career. Her expertise lies in risk evaluation and insurance underwriting, developed through her various roles in the industry.
Background in Underwriting
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Erica Purcell gained valuable experience at The Guarantee Company of North America. She worked as an Underwriting Assistant from 2017 to 2019 and as an Underwriter for five months in 2019. Additionally, she served as an Administrative Assistant at the same company from 2016 to 2017. This progression in her career has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of underwriting processes and client management.
Previous Work Experience
Erica Purcell has a diverse work history that includes roles outside of underwriting. She worked as a Customer Service Representative at Whole Foods Market from 2011 to 2012 and served as Assistant Manager of Retail Operations at The Urban Tea Merchant from 2007 to 2016. Additionally, she was a Voting Officer for Elections BC from 2009 to 2013. These positions have contributed to her customer service skills and operational management experience.