AVP, Executive Underwriter, Construction

Liberty Mutual Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Time off policy

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

National committees

Job summary

Liberty Mutual Canada is seeking an AVP, Executive Underwriter to lead a Construction portfolio spanning property and casualty lines, with responsibilities in underwriting strategy, client and broker management, and talent development. The role focuses on profitable growth, risk assessment, and collaboration with internal teams to deliver superior underwriting solutions.

The incumbent will coach staff, manage broker relationships, and drive regional growth initiatives while aligning with Liberty

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years related insurance industry experience focused on Construction risks.
• Experience in underwriting construction insurance required.
• University degree with a focus in business, engineering or applied science considered an asset.
• Proficient in understanding of policy wordings and their impact on claims scenarios.
• Self-starter with proven analytical skills and a proven track record in a solutions-oriented approach to underwriting that drives profitable growth.
• Experience working within a guideline framework, underwriting authorities and protocols.
• Demonstrated broker relationships with global, national and regional brokers.
• Growth mindset with constructive feedback and collaborative teamwork.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Collaborates well across business units.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large and complex portfolio of Construction business, significantly contributing to profitable growth.
• Act as a senior technical resource and referral point for complex Construction risks and underwriting strategy.
• Collaborate with risk services, actuary, claims for profitable growth through research and relationship building.
• Maintain a quality pipeline of prospects through targeted marketing, cross-selling and account rounding with brokers.
• Ensure proper risk selection, exposure review, and adherence to underwriting guidelines and strategies.
• Lead development of underwriting talent through coaching and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Construction underwriting

Underwriting strategy

Broker relationships

Mentoring coaching

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Change management

Portfolio management

Analytical skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's in business/engineering

Job description

Reports To:

Head of Construction

Company Overview:

Liberty Mutual Canada is the Canadian operation of Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. We offer a broad suite of commercial insurance products and solutions to mid-size and large Canadian companies with Canadian, North American and/or multinational risks. Liberty Mutual Canada has over 300 employees and services its clients coast-to-coast from our regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax.

At Liberty Mutual Canada, diversity is about all of us. Our promise to you is a culture that is collaborative, rewarding and empowering. We are committed to attracting and retaining employees across all dimensions of diversity and believe that recognizing, appreciating, and applying the unique insights, perspectives and backgrounds of each person cultivates an atmosphere of trust and respect. At Liberty Mutual Canada, our values are to foster a high-performing, equitable and inclusive culture where the best talent of all backgrounds can bring their whole selves to work and succeed.

If you are unsure whether or not your experience matches every requirement below, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied and diverse perspectives and experiences that we can add to our team!

Our core values guide all of our decision-making and come to life through our benefits and employee programs. We offer:

• A premier flexible work environment (a combination of on-site & remote work) supporting our employees in their pursuit of a healthy work-life balance
• Competitive time off policy
• External education & tuition reimbursement programs
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• An opportunity to get involved and become a member of one of our national employee committees - social responsibility, employee engagement, diversity, equity & inclusion

The Opportunity:

We're looking for an AVP, Executive Underwriter to join our growing Construction team! This role will be accountable for underwriting and profitably growing a Construction portfolio spanning property and casualty lines on an annual and project basis — focusing on P&C commercial package, automobile, contractors' equipment as well as the possibility of builders risk and wrap-up. The successful incumbent will also play a key role in coaching, mentoring, and training other members of the team to ensure their ongoing professional development. They will manage relationships with select broker partners and clients and provide valuable input into regional strategies and other operational improvements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage a large and complex portfolio of Construction business, significantly contributing to the segment's profitable growth.
• Act as a senior technical resource and referral point for complex Construction risks, helping shape underwriting strategy, account solutions, coverage negotiations, and profitable growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams (risk services, actuary, claims) to achieve profitable growth through technical research and relationship building.
• Significantly contribute to the region's new business goals by maintaining a quality pipeline of prospects through targeted marketing, cross-selling and account rounding efforts with our key broker partners.
• Ensure proper risk selection, exposure review, setting of profitable terms and conditions, file documentation, adherence to underwriting guidelines and strategies.
• Lead the ongoing development of underwriting talent through coaching, mentoring, referral support, and knowledge sharing, while contributing to portfolio planning, broker strategy, and the long-term growth of the Construction practice.
• Coach, mentor, and train colleagues on underwriting, business development, negotiation skills, and other necessary soft skills to ensure their ongoing professional development.
• Responsible for relationship management with key brokers, clients, and prospects to ensure exceptional service and gather market intelligence to expand Liberty's product and service offerings.
• Collaborate and manage Construction account solutions while highlighting differentiators in product offerings and value propositions.
• Provide recommendations towards regional growth strategies, broker, and client plans.
• Propose alternate solutions to existing underwriting processes to improve service and simplify our business, and act as an early adopter of new systems and processes.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development through attendance at industry events, relevant seminars, and courses, and learning from existing Liberty expertise.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years related insurance industry experience focused on Construction risks.
• Experience in underwriting construction insurance required.
• University degree with a focus in business, engineering or applied science considered an asset.
• Proficient in understanding of policy wordings and their impact on claims scenarios.
• Self-starter with proven analytical skills and a proven track record in a solutions-oriented approach to underwriting that drives profitable growth.
• Experience working within a guideline framework, underwriting authorities and protocols.
• Demonstrated broker relationships with global, national and regional brokers.
• Comfortable with critical thinking and a growth mindset, with thoughtful consideration of diverse perspectives during decision-making and respectful of differences.
• Able to respectfully give and receive positive and constructive feedback.
• Effective at managing internal and external meetings with professionalism and clarity while driving mutual accountability for results.
• Effective at change management and adapting to new systems and processes.
• Drives innovation through a growth mindset, viewing roadblocks as opportunities for growth and supporting new idea testing, training, and ongoing monitoring of changes.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Collaborates well across business units.

Liberty Mutual Canada is committed to pay transparency and fair, equitable hiring. For roles based in Ontario and British Columbia, we publish a Target Hiring Range in compliance with the Ontario and British Columbia Pay Transparency Act.

This posting is for an active, current vacancy.

Target Hiring Range:

CAD $140,000-$190,000 per year (base salary).

This range represents the expected annual base salary for this role, however, offers above the published maximum may be approved with appropriate business authorization. Final offers will be determined based on each candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and the needs of the role. The posted range does not include variable compensation (bonus), allowances, or benefits. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

We do not use AI-based screening tools in our hiring process. Candidates who complete an interview and remain under consideration may request, and will receive, feedback within 45 days.

Liberty Mutual Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we operate in and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process due to a disability (which may be invisible or visible, temporary or permanent), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.