Senior Underwriter

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Markel Canada Limited Full time
Job Title: Senior Underwriter

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Underwriter to join our team at Markel Canada Limited. As a Senior Underwriter, you will play a critical role in supporting the development and maintenance of a profitable portfolio of desirable business through marketing, analysis, sales, service, and underwriting in our Environmental Liability line of business.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Underwrite and service a growing book of business, including risk selection, coverage negotiation, and pricing adequacy on new and renewable business, all in accordance with designated underwriting authorities and company guidelines.
  • Review and process changes on existing accounts to maintain compliance with policy conditions and company underwriting philosophy.
  • Identify, analyze, and develop sources of new business; assist in developing marketing strategies for new or improved products.
  • Partner with peers in other product lines to leverage multi-line opportunities.
  • Establish and maintain superior business and service-oriented partnerships with Markel's broker clients through regular and frequent attendance at client broker events and industry conferences.
  • Maintain market intelligence, business insurance trends, and industry knowledge.
Requirements:
  • 2-5 years' environmental impairment liability underwriting experience.
  • Environmental or science-related educational experience.
  • University degree; CIP or FCIP designation.
  • Willingness to travel nationally.
  • Production-oriented with strong marketing skills and established partnerships with broker/distribution partners.
  • Expertise and depth in policy wordings, forms, and applicable coverages.
  • Strong administrative skills and highly detail-oriented.
  • Excellent presentation skills - comfortable speaking in front of small and large groups.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as a contributing team member.
  • Ability to deliver results even when working to meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong business acumen and capable of representing the organization externally.
What We Offer:
  • A great starting salary plus annual bonus potential and strong benefits package.
  • 20 vacation days plus additional floater days per year.
  • Fantastic company RRSP, extended health and dental coverage, life insurance, travel insurance, vision care, and wellness initiatives.
  • Countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, with the support needed to do so.

We celebrate the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. If you feel you meet the requirements of this role, we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer, which means you'll have a positive experience applying for a role at Markel and are able to perform at your best. If there are any adjustments we can reasonably make to ensure that the process is accessible for you at every stage, please let us know.


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