Sharon Bains
About Sharon Bains
Sharon Bains is a Commercial Property Underwriter with five years of experience at Intact in Calgary, Alberta. She has a background in project coordination and technical writing, and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from NAIT.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Sharon Bains has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation since 2019, serving as a Commercial Property Underwriter. In this role, she is responsible for assessing risks and underwriting commercial property insurance policies. Prior to her current position, she worked in the Commercial Services Unit within Intact from 2016 to 2019. Her experience in this area has contributed to her expertise in the insurance sector, particularly in property and casualty insurance.
Previous Experience in Project Coordination and Technical Writing
Before joining Intact, Sharon Bains worked at TransCanada as a Project Coordinator and Technical Writer from 2014 to 2015. In this position, she coordinated various projects and produced technical documentation, enhancing her skills in project management and communication. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in managing complex tasks and collaborating with diverse teams.
Education and Expertise
Sharon Bains holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), where she studied Management from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she earned a Business Administration Diploma in Financial Planning and Services from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, studying from 2008 to 2010. Her educational background supports her professional roles in underwriting and project management.
Career History Prior to Intact
Sharon Bains has a diverse career history prior to her current role at Intact. She worked at Shaw Direct as a Client Services Specialist from 2013 to 2014, where she focused on customer service and client relations. Earlier, she was a Summer Student/Administrator at Husky Energy from 2008 to 2011, gaining valuable administrative experience. This varied background has equipped her with a range of skills applicable to her current underwriting responsibilities.