Commercial Lines Underwriter

Commercial Lines Underwriter (Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Positions Available)

Company Description

Brownstone Insurance Managers is a specialized insurance intermediary based in Ancaster, Ontario. We focus on commercial property, casualty, auto, and program business across both domestic and international markets, including Lloyd's of London.

Role Description

We're looking for an experienced Commercial Lines Underwriter who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative, and customer-focused environment. If you are an independent thinker with a passion for underwriting and building relationships, we want to hear from you.

Job Type

Flexible working hours and hybrid work environment (1-2 in-office days per week).

Pay Range

$45,000 to $90,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial underwriting experience (preferred)
• CIP designation (preferred or currently working toward it)
• RIBO license (or willingness to obtain)
• Familiarity with domestic carriers and Lloyd's of London markets (an asset)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and general computer literacy

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of small to mid-sized commercial P&C risks, including new business, renewals, and endorsements
• Negotiate terms and conditions with brokers within your delegated underwriting authority
• Build and maintain strong broker and stakeholder relationships
• Provide expert mentorship to junior underwriters
• Support and suggest enhancements to underwriting guidelines, processes, and workflows
• Represent the company at industry events and broker meetings as needed
• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless broker and client experiences
• Contribute to the profitable growth of our underwriting portfolio
• Deliver prompt, courteous service to all business partners

What We Offer

• One-on-one mentorship and team guidance
• Engaging, collaborative work environment
• Paid time off, retirement plans, and comprehensive group benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development

Additional Information:

This job advertisement is for a new vacancy which has been posted externally.

Brownstone Insurance Managers may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled or automated tools to assist in the initial screening of applications. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements.

Please note that AI is used solely to support and never replace our Talent Team. All decisions are made by our Talent Team and hiring leader. No automated tool makes a final decision about one's candidacy.

Important: No applicant data is shared externally through any AI tools Brownstone Insurance Managers may use. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with privacy and data protection policies.

Brownstone Insurance Managers welcome applications from all qualified individuals and has a procedure in place to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. If you require an accommodation during the interview or hiring process, please contact the Talent Team so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.

*We are an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce of creative minds. Don't check all boxes - apply anyway

**Please note that the successful candidate must pass a criminal record check upon receiving their employment offer.

***Only successful applicants that the hiring leaders are interested in interviewing will be contacted directly.