Maria Pereira
About Maria Pereira
Maria Pereira is a Personal Lines Underwriter with over 13 years of experience at Intact in Canada. She has a background in commerce, having studied at VPM's Bedekar College of Commerce and St. John Junior College.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Maria Pereira has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation as a Personal Lines Underwriter since 2011. Over her 13 years in this role, she has developed expertise in assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage for personal insurance policies. Her responsibilities include evaluating applications, analyzing data, and making informed decisions to ensure client needs are met while managing the company's risk exposure.
Previous Experience at Aviva
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Maria Pereira worked at Aviva as a Junior Underwriter from 2005 to 2010. During her five years at Aviva, she gained valuable experience in the underwriting process, which involved reviewing insurance applications and collaborating with agents to provide suitable insurance solutions. This role helped her build a strong foundation in underwriting principles and practices.
Education and Expertise
Maria Pereira holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from VPM's Bedekar College of Commerce, University of Bombay, which she completed from 1988 to 1991. Additionally, she attended St. John Junior College from 1986 to 1988, where she studied Business/Commerce. Her educational background has equipped her with essential knowledge in business principles and commerce, contributing to her proficiency in the insurance industry.
Early Education Background
Maria Pereira completed her early education at Holy Cross Convent High School, where she studied from 1973 to 1986. This foundational education provided her with essential skills and knowledge that have supported her academic and professional journey in the field of commerce and underwriting.