Experienced Marine Underwriter Lead

3 weeks ago


Old Toronto, Canada H. W. Kaufman Full time
About the Opportunity

As a seasoned Marine Underwriter, you will lead our team in underwriting and client relations, driving business development and fostering synergy within the unit. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary of $95,000 and a highly lucrative sales incentive bonus plan.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of carriers' underwriting guidelines and brokerage markets to deliver strategic portfolio management.
  • Analyze risks and place business effectively, ensuring all renewal business is reviewed and quoted appropriately.
  • Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions with brokers, providing consultation on quote differences and coverage requirements.
  • Develop and execute continuous product development initiatives to identify areas of opportunity and create new products that differentiate Burns & Wilcox in the market.
  • Build and develop markets/relationships through networking, referrals, and marketing visits to build broker relationships and advertise B&W offerings.
  • Delegate responsibilities to other Underwriters, grooming them for ownership of a novice book of business.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • CIP or equivalent industry experience.
  • Provincial License or eligibility for obtaining.
  • 5 years of Marine Insurance experience.
  • Strong knowledge of domestic and international Marine markets and product development capabilities.
About Us

When unique, unusual, or unconventional risks arise, they come to Burns & Wilcox Canada. Our comprehensive solutions cater to retail insurance brokers and agents of all sizes, setting us apart as a specialty insurance organization with unparalleled broking, writing, insuring, and financing capabilities for highly specialized risks.



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