Auto Commercial Underwriter

Aviva plc; Canada; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Share plan

Personal wellness programs

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Aviva Canada is seeking a Commercial Lines Automobile Underwriter to support a portfolio of small business commercial auto accounts. This role is ideal for someone early in their insurance career who wants to build technical underwriting expertise, strong broker relationships, and service excellence within a collaborative, hybrid team environment.

You will assess risk for new and renewal business, apply underwriting standards, analyze information for exposure and pricing, and respond to broker

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in the insurance industry; exposure to commercial auto underwriting is an asset.
• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational and administrative capabilities.
• High attention to detail with strong prioritization skills.
• Strong computer proficiency: experience with underwriting systems is an asset.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team oriented environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform effectively in a fast paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate risk for new and/or renewal commercial automobile business within assigned authority.
• Apply corporate underwriting standards, guidelines, and procedures to policy files.
• Analyze underwriting information to determine appropriate exposure, pricing, and terms.
• Utilize loss control and risk management practices in underwriting decisions.
• Respond promptly and professionally to broker inquiries and requests for policy changes.
• Support renewal activities to help retain profitable business.
• Assist with new business quoting and workflow prioritization.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with broker partners.
• Maintain awareness of market trends, pricing levels, and policy form updates.
• Deliver above average customer service while meeting service standards and deadlines.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comunication

Solid organizational capabilities

High attention to detail

Ability to meet deadlines

Strong computer proficiency

Independent with team contribution

Enthusiastic and eager to learn

Fast-paced work adaptability

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience

CIP designation (in progress)

Tools

Underwriting systems

Job description

Experience Aviva 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. At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.

The Opportunity

Aviva Canada has an excellent opportunity within our Aviva Business unit. Our Atlantic Branch is seeking a Commercial Lines Automobile Underwriter. This role supports a portfolio of small business commercial auto accounts and is ideal for someone early in their insurance career who is eager to build technical underwriting expertise, develop strong broker relationships, and deliver customer service excellence within a collaborative, hybrid team environment.

What you’ll do

• Assess and evaluate risk for new and/or renewal commercial automobile business within assigned authority
• Apply corporate underwriting standards, guidelines, and procedures to policy files
• Analyze underwriting information to determine appropriate exposure, pricing, and terms
• Utilize loss control and risk management practices in underwriting decisions
• Respond promptly and professionally to broker inquiries and requests for policy changes
• Support renewal activities to help retain profitable business
• Assist with new business quoting and workflow prioritization
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with broker partners
• Maintain awareness of market trends, pricing levels, and policy form updates
• Deliver above average customer service while meeting service standards and deadlines

What you’ll bring

• 1–3 years of experience in the insurance industry; exposure to commercial auto underwriting is an asset
• Post‑secondary education or equivalent experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational and administrative capabilities
• High attention to detail with strong prioritization skills
• Strong computer proficiency: experience with underwriting systems is an asset
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to learn
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team oriented environment
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform effectively in a fast paced setting

What makes you stand out

CIP designation completed or currently in progress.

What you’ll get

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities
• Hybrid flexible work model
• Outstanding career development opportunities
• We’ll support your professional development education
• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
• Employee‑driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion
• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally. Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

We help our 19.5 million customers to save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight. So, we’re passionate about helping our 23,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers.