Automobile Underwriting Specialist

6 months ago


Markham, Canada Aviva Full time

We are currently looking top talent to join our Programs and Portfolio Management team. We are looking for an expert and hard-working Automobile Underwriting Specialist for our Programs commercial automobile team. If you are looking to develop and grow, to build niche underwriting knowledge, this may be the change you are seeking. You will require commercial automobile (fleet and garage) experience, ideally with experience in programs at the Macro (program) and Micro (individual) level with provided authority.

You will review and resolve coverage terms and conditions and establish a premium for review with the Segment Manager, to produce balanced profit for assigned programs.

Prepare concise referrals, including recommended action for renewals and new business beyond authority. You will participate in terms and conditions negotiations of coverage, including pricing on renewals, new business quotes and other midterm requests with Brokers.

Conduct Broker/Insured sales call on key programs for renewals and new business to build a climate of partnership and negotiation to promote the value of Aviva and support the Aviva Commercial Value Proposition. Maintaining awareness of market trends/conditions concerning price levels and legal trends on program segments and broker management initiatives. A Self-Review process is a requirement, as are the broker audits.

What You'll Do:

- You will review medium to complex program Submissions for acceptance within our current company guidelines and pricing strategy.
- Develop and negotiate terms and pricing for presentation to our Broker partners to write sustainably profitable business.
- Build and maintain proven business relationships with our Broker partners by promoting Aviva products and emphasis on service levels.
- You will work toward finding opportunities for growth, including new business and renewal updates.
- Review of mid-term requests/changes on medium to complex accounts/programs
- Provide instructions for issuance of new business as well as renewals.
- Participate in the branch self-review and Broker audits after the process and/or our Head Office National Commercial Insurance review process as required.
- Provide feedback and support to the Segment Manager as required.

What You'll Bring:

- 7 plus years of commercial lines auto underwriting experience is a requirement.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Effective use of time management and the ability to be a self-starter.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and overall communication style and approach. Including familiarity with software for account analysis, preparation of presentations, reports and exhibits (i.e. excel, Word and PowerPoint programs)
- Sales/negotiation skills, including an aptitude for "face-to-face" communication with brokers and insureds.
- CIP and/or CRM designation
- A bachelor's degree is an asset.

What you'll get:

- Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
- Exceptional Career Development opportunities.
- We'll support your professional development education.
- Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
- Employee driven programs passionate about gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion
- Corporate wellness programs to support our employees' physical and mental health
- Hybrid flexible work model

Additional Information: Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.



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