Assistant Vice President, Executive Solutions

Trisura; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Trisura invites a results‑driven professional to join the Toronto Executive Solutions underwriters team as Assistant Vice President. You will lead a team, market our D&O, EPL, Fiduciary, and Fidelity products, and drive profitable growth.

The role requires strong leadership, client networking, and entrepreneurial drive with a focus on exceptional service. Downtown Toronto – Hybrid work policy and competitive base compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, marketing, or insurance preferred.
• 5+ years underwriting Directors’ and Officers’ Liability insurance.
• 2+ years of experience managing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Representing the Executive Solutions team in the Ontario region.
• Develop and mentor a team of underwriters; act as a subject matter expert.
• Market and source new business opportunities with brokers and clients.
• Manage a portfolio of Executive Solutions insurance accounts.
• Contribute to regional strategy, plans and budgets for Ontario.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Networking

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in business/finance/insurance

Job description

At Trisura, we expect more because we believe it can be done better.

We are a young, growth oriented team with a commitment to exceptional talent and have been named one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers since 2017. Our growth and our entrepreneurial style, niche market position and development opportunities ensure that our people see the results of their commitment reflected in the company’s success.

We are currently seeking a qualified individual to join the dedicated, forward-thinking Specialty Insurance underwriters in our Toronto office.

ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT, EXECUTIVE SOLUTIONS

TORONTO

Reporting to the Regional Vice President, Specialty Insurance, Ontario, the successful applicant will be passionate, and results oriented with the ability to lead a team of Executive Solutions underwriters.

The successful applicant will work with the team in Toronto who underwrite and market our Suite of Executive Solutions products including; Directors’ and Officers’ Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability and Fidelity policies.

As an integral member of the team, you will bring:

• Dedication to exceptional customer service
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
• Strong leadership skills
• An innovative mindset for delivering thorough solutions
• Passion for excellence and detail orientation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop new business through networking/marketing with brokers, clients, consultants, lawyers and represent Trisura at various industry related functions
• Self-motivation and entrepreneurial outlook with solid interpersonal skills and an ability to work within a team environment

Accountabilities Include

• Representing our Executive Solutions team in the Ontario region.
• Helping to build and develop a team of Underwriters and acting as a subject matter expert
• Engaging, motivating and mentoring the team
• Marketing and sourcing new business opportunities
• Managing and building a portfolio of Executive Solutions insurance accounts
• Taking responsibility for the profitable growth and retention of the business portfolio through understanding of Trisura’s appetite and diligent risk selection and underwriting
• Helping devise regional strategy, plans and budgets for the Executive Solutions team in Ontario
• Collaborating with other departments to engage in cross selling opportunities
• Evaluating exposures and determining appropriate terms and conditions of coverage
• Learning new product lines and coverages as they are developed
• Participating in team strategy and product development at a local and regional level
• Establishing, developing and maintaining broker relationships
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of relevant industry, business and legal trends and their impact on products offered

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting, marketing, or insurance preferred
• 5+ years of experience in underwriting Directors’ and Officer’s Liability insurance product lines
• 2+ years of experience managing a small team

Location

• Downtown Toronto – Hybrid

Salary

• The expected salary in this position is within the range of $135,000 - $160,000

This salary range reflects the expected base compensation for the role across Canada. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and scope of responsibilities. Trisura provides this range in good faith in accordance with applicable legislation.

This position is for an existing, currently vacant position.

We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace that reflects the diversity in each of our offices across Canada. Accommodations will be provided on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of our recruitment and selection process.

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Trisura, headquartered in the heart of Canada’s financial district, is a specialty lines insurer with a focus on Surety, Specialty Insurance, Property & Casualty, and Warranty products.

Trisura brings innovative solutions and expertise through a select network of both national and regional brokerage firms.

The company, founded in 2006, and operating across North America with offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Halifax, Montréal, Calgary, Vancouver, Stamford. Denver, Chicago, Philadelphia and Oklahoma City, is uniquely positioned to satisfy all varieties of risk in Contract, Commercial and Developer Surety, Directors' and Officers' Liability, Fidelity, and Professional Liability including Media Liability, as well as Warranty products.

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