Hadya Hashimi

Commercial underwriter with 8+ years of progressive responsibility across commercial property, personal lines, and auto claims. Known for making complex underwriting decisions, optimizing workflows, and strengthening cross-functional alignment. Seeking a specialty role that blends underwriting expertise with leadership, and continuous improvement.

Intermediate Commercial Property Underwriter - Wawanesa Mutual Insurance

(2023-09)

• Assess moderately complex commercial risks to ensure profitability and compliance with guidelines.
• Collaborate with brokers to deliver underwriting expertise and customized solutions.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.

Personal Lines Senior Underwriter - Wawanesa Mutual Insurance

(2020-10 - 2023-09)

• Evaluated new and renewal personal lines business to ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines.
• Negotiated terms and pricing to maintain retention and profitability.
• Provided mentorship and guidance to junior underwriters.

Claims Auto Adjuster - Wawanesa Mutual Insurance

(2018-01 - 2020-10)

• Managed full cycle of auto claims from investigation to settlement.
• Communicated with all parties including claimants and third-party insurers.
• Successfully negotiated settlements while maintaining fairness and company standards.

Claims Auto Adjuster - Intact Insurance

(2017-02 - 2017-12)

• Investigated and processed auto insurance claims ensuring customer satisfaction and claim accuracy.
• Negotiated settlement terms and managed third-party communications.

General Manager - Panda Express

(2014-02 - 2017-02)

• Led the highest-performing Canadian location with 22+ staff at the University of Alberta.
• Opened new St. Albert location, overseeing construction collaboration and team setup.
• Trained and mentored multiple store managers.

ACIP - Insurance Institute of Alberta (2024-06)

CRM - Global Risk Management Institute (GRMI) (2022-12)

CIP - Insurance Institute of Alberta (2021-06)

Diploma - Business Management - Grant MacEwan University (2014-06)