Jonathon Squires
About Jonathon Squires
Jonathon Squires is a Senior Underwriter at Intact, with a background in commercial lines underwriting and small business advisory. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and has achieved both Chartered Insurance Professional and Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional designations.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Jonathon Squires serves as a Senior Underwriter at Intact Financial Corporation, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. In this role, he is responsible for assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage for clients. His expertise in underwriting is supported by his previous experience as an Intermediate Underwriter at Intact, where he worked from 2019 to 2021.
Previous Experience in the Insurance Industry
Before his current role, Jonathon Squires worked at Intact Financial Corporation as a Commercial Lines Underwriter Trainee from 2017 to 2019. This two-year experience in the Winnipeg area provided him with foundational skills in underwriting. Additionally, he has experience as a Small Business Advisor at Scotiabank from 2014 to 2016 and as an ATC trainee at NAV CANADA from 2016 to 2017.
Educational Background and Professional Development
Jonathon Squires has a strong educational foundation in economics and insurance. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Manitoba, studying from 2009 to 2014. He furthered his expertise in insurance by studying at the Insurance Institute of Canada, achieving the Chartered Insurance Professional designation from 2018 to 2020 and the Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional designation from 2020 to 2023. He actively engages in continuous professional development by reading and listening to industry-related podcasts.
Community Engagement and Interests
Jonathon Squires is known for his support of local sports teams in Winnipeg. He actively engages with the community and shows enthusiasm for local sporting events. This involvement reflects his connection to the Winnipeg area beyond his professional commitments.