Senior Underwriter

2 weeks ago

Ajax ON, Canada South Western Insurance Group Full time

About the Organization

Welcome to A. M. Fredericks Underwriting Management Ltd., where a legacy of excellence meets the innovation of tomorrow. As a distinguished insurance provider with a rich history, A. M. Fredericks has been a trusted name in the industry for more than 25 years and is one of Canada's leading federally licensed Managing General Underwriters.

Acquired by South Western Insurance Group Ltd. (SWG) in 2024, our commitment and appetite to delivering unparalleled broad risk insurance and placement solutions are stronger than ever. Join us in shaping the future of insurance as we continue to build on our legacy.

Overview of the Senior Underwriter / Team Lead:

The Senior Underwriter / Team Lead will be accountable for overseeing the day-to-day activities and performance management of a team of underwriters. This includes providing advice and expertise related A.M Fredericks property programs.

Please note; this role is 100% onsite in Ajax, Ontario (201-339 Westney Road South) with the potential for remote work (1-2 days / week) once onboarded.

Responsibilities of the Senior Underwriter & Team Lead:

Be responsible for underwriting tasks to achieve targeted goals within the product portfolio

Lead team performance through proactive coaching, employee development and performance appraisals

Review risk submissions within assigned authority limits - primarily, but not exclusively, through file and call audits. Evaluate, accept, reject or modify risks within established underwriting guidelines

Secure additional information and review endorsements where necessary and analyze all pertinent data to determine acceptability of risks according to established underwriting standards

Assist in preparing submissions for higher underwriting review

Coach brokers for success and improvement to enhance underwriting capabilities, provide market and underwriting insight

Maintain the profitability of your portfolio through superior risk analysis, determine the quality of risk and make necessary recommendations on new business and renewals

Negotiate coverage, policy terms and premium rates with clients, referring business exceeding authority level to the appropriate level

Contacting external resources as required for additional information pertaining to the risk

Participating actively with brokers in terms of promoting products, developing and maintaining positive relationships and business development

Ensuring proper file documentation and organization within the underwriting system

Uplifting technical knowledge of yourself and the team through mentoring, coaching, training and meetings with colleagues and direct reports

Mentor / train junior underwriter(s) and technical assistant(s)

What we’re looking for in our Senior Underwriter & Team Lead:

The ideal candidate will be a highly self-motivated individual and collaborator who is client focused, proactive in dealing with situations and uses critical judgment to make decisions and offer solutions. The person will also demonstrate the following:

Post-Secondary degree or diploma in a related field, such as mathematics, finance, economics, business or equivalent experience

10+ years of experience in underwriting

CIP Certification or equivalent

Team management / supervision / mentorship experience

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Proven mathematical and analytical skills

Considerable experience in a highly service-oriented role

Effective problem solver with initiative to be innovative and creative with developing new ideas and concepts

Exemplary interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships

Excellent time management skills with proven ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks and move between projects continuously

Excellent written and oral communication skills and presentation skills

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail

Committed to team-based environments

Proven ability to handle confidential material with the highest level of discretion

Demonstrated ability to flourish in environments of significant change

Autonomous (comfortable working with minimal supervision)

Please inform us if you require any accommodations during the hiring process. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

Are you legally allowed to work in Canada?

Are you willing to complete a background criminal check and professional references, at a later stage, as a condition of employment?

This position is 100% onsite at 339 Westney Road South, Ajax, ON L1S 7J6. Can you commute to this location reliably? There is the potential to work 1-2 days / week from home after onboarding. Is this OK for you?

What are your salary expectations for this role?

Briefly describe your P&C Underwriting experience, including how you maintain the profitability of your portfolio through superior risk analysis and making necessary recommendations on new business and renewals.

Briefly describe your leadership experience for a team of underwriters including overseeing the day-to-day activities of their work and their performance management.

Do you have your CIP Certification?

Work Location: In person

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