Senior Underwriter/Underwriting Specialist

18 hours ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada Aviva Full time
Drive Profitable Growth with Aviva Canada Inc.

Aviva Canada Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Underwriter/Underwriting Specialist to join our Aviva Business commercial insurance business unit. This exciting opportunity is part of our Ontario Nationals Commercial Insurance Branch, where you will play a key role in driving profitable growth through quality underwriting with a middle market commercial focus.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Qualify and underwrite new and renewal Mid-Market Property & Casualty accounts, ensuring top-line growth and bottom-line profitability.
  • Develop and maintain internal and external relationships to deliver exceptional broker and customer service.
  • Act as a point of escalation for junior underwriters, authorizing risks within established authority levels.
  • Maintain the quality and profitability of the Middle Market portfolio, referring risks outside established authority levels to the appropriate resource.
  • Contribute to market research and analysis, participating in business cases for pricing, coverage, and product improvements.
  • Communicate pricing, coverage, and product changes, creating underwriter bulletins and contributing to underwriting guidelines, procedures, and manuals.
  • Identify areas of concern regarding loss ratios, risk trends, or discrepancies, applying remediation strategies as needed.
  • Build knowledge of Information Systems/Programs within Commercial Insurance.
  • Participate in Quality Reviews and audits as required.
  • Maintain industry knowledge, contributing as a subject matter expert for branch and/or Middle Market learning and development.
Requirements:
  • 7+ years' experience in commercial Insurance underwriting.
  • Post-secondary education (Business or related discipline) or equivalent practical experience, CIP/FCIP preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of underwriting, pricing, and product in key segments.
  • Strong understanding of underwriting philosophy, policy contracts, rating programs, risk information sources, and computer workflow procedures.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, RTM, Commercial systems, and other related systems.
  • Ability to interact professionally with brokers, customers, and internal partners.
  • Self-motivation and proactive pursuit of business opportunities.
  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills, high degree of professionalism, and solutions-oriented approach.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary band ranging from $54,500 to $132,300, with individual salary determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as internal equity.
  • A compelling rewards package, including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
  • Support for professional development education.
  • A competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
  • Employee-driven programs focused on diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being.
  • Corporate wellness programs to support employees' physical and mental health.
  • A hybrid flexible work model.


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