Regional Manager, Engineering Underwriting

6 months ago

Toronto, Canada Aviva Full time

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

An excellent opportunity exists on our Ontario Engineering team for an engaging leader with a real passion for developing talent, and who can live the Aviva values every single day. As a leader in the Ontario Region, you have the opportunity to create legacy and contribute to our employee investment and the customer experience.

You will be responsible to provide leadership to a team of talented underwriters passionate about Equipment breakdown, including team and one-on-one leadership, training, employee development, and crafting strategies. As a leader, you will ensure that underwriting quality and service standards within the team meet and/or exceed corporate and Engineering branch objectives.

This position will be responsible for overall management of the EBI footprint across Ontario while maintaining profitable growth, and not limited to:

Marketing

Strategic Planning

Broker/MGA management

Underwriting and inspection analytics

Portfolio management

The business development aspect of this role will permit the engineering underwriting team to be part of the division’s efforts in advancing the sales of Equipment Breakdown products both throughout Aviva and externally to our brokers and customers.

What you'll do

Accountable for the day-to-day operation of equipment breakdown insurance practices across Ontario, including the bottom line, top line and pipeline of the equipment breakdown line of business.

Manage portfolio including establishing and executing the GCS strategy.

Formulate service guidelines to govern workflow and function toward achieving broker and customer satisfaction.

Maintains current quality assurance per Aviva guidelines.

Support Ontario underwriters to operate effectively and efficiently while providing all the tools and training required.

Coach and mentor direct reports through regular meetings and correspondence.

Deliver on the Aviva Equipment Breakdown Strategy.

Maintain profitable growth and employee satisfaction.

Underwriting decisions.

Financial performance and operational reviews.

Portfolio analytics & monthly presentation.

Management of key Broker and MGA relationships.


What you'll bring

A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the Equipment Breakdown field, including underwriting of complex risks and code objects.

Credible reputation as an industry specialist among peers, broker partners and with industry associations.

Solid experience as a people leader.

Previous experience developing insurance products.

Has developed and presented technical business development material.

Bilingualism (French and English) is a solid asset.

Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to develop and deliver presentations. 

Ability to deal with people with various backgrounds and perspectives; develop, teach and coach staff is critical.

Advanced analytical & problem-solving skills alongside the ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects.

Strategic thinking.

Strong ability to multi-task and deal with conflicting priorities.

Negotiation/persuasion skills.

High willingness to share knowledge.

Ability to make appropriate decisions in a timely manner.

Strong Marketing and business development skills.

Passionate about Equipment breakdown Line of Business.

What you’ll get

Competitive rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Our vacation package starts at 4 weeks + the opportunity to buy an extra week

Exceptional Career Development opportunities.

We’ll support your professional development education.

Hybrid working model.

Additional Information

Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.

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