Yamini Varma
About Yamini Varma
Yamini Varma is a Senior Underwriter at Intact Financial Corporation, where she manages a $30 million book and specializes in complex, high-value risks. With extensive experience in underwriting and a commitment to professional development, she also contributes to team training and community events.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Yamini Varma has served as a Senior Underwriter at Intact Financial Corporation since 2009. In this role, she manages a $30 million book of business, collaborating with multiple brokers. Her focus is on underwriting complex, high-value, and unusual risks. Varma has contributed to various projects aimed at implementing new procedures and rating methods, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of underwriting practices within the organization.
Previous Experience at Belairdirect
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Yamini Varma worked at Belairdirect as an Underwriter from 2001 to 2009. During her eight years at Belairdirect, she gained valuable experience in the underwriting field, which laid the foundation for her subsequent role at Intact. This experience has contributed to her expertise in managing complex underwriting scenarios.
Education and Expertise
Yamini Varma studied at the Insurance Institute of Canada, completing a two-year program from 2001 to 2003. She furthered her education by pursuing the Fellowship of Chartered Insurance Professional (FCIP) designation from 2015 to 2019. This advanced qualification reflects her commitment to professional development and expertise in the insurance industry.
Coaching and Mentoring
In her current role, Yamini Varma actively coaches and mentors team members, contributing to their professional development. She designs and presents training sessions for brokers and peers, focusing on new products and guidelines. This initiative helps to ensure that team members are well-informed and equipped to handle the complexities of underwriting.
Community Involvement
Yamini Varma volunteers in organizing and planning special events as part of the social committee. Her involvement in community activities demonstrates her commitment to fostering a collaborative and engaging workplace culture, while also contributing to team cohesion and morale.