Commercial Lines Underwriter

Forward Insurance Managers Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading InsurTech company in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Underwriter to manage specialty commercial risks. You will build broker relationships, uphold company values, and handle new submissions. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in the Canadian insurance market, strong communication skills, and a willingness to obtain necessary licenses. This full-time position offers an opportunity in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years commercial experience required.
• Designation or progression toward CAIB, CIP, FCIP or equivalent.
• General Insurance license in good standing or obtainable within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite specialty commercial risks based on experience.
• Build and maintain broker relationships through submissions and renewals.
• Champion company culture and brand values.

Skills

Commercial experience

Knowledge of Canadian commercial insurance market

Communication skills

Collaboration style

Education

CAIB, CIP, FCIP or other industry credentials

Job description

Overview

Forward Insurance Managers Ltd. is redefining exceptional underwriting in the commercial space. As an independent Canadian InsurTech MGA, we blend the precision of traditional underwriting expertise with the innovation of modern tech.

Location

This is an in-office role based out of downtown Vancouver, B.C. or Campbell River in B.C.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite specialty commercial risks within your level of authority based on your experience.
• Build and maintain broker relationships through expert handling of new submissions, renewals, endorsements and cancellations within target service times. Check out our commercial offering at www.forwardinsurance.ca
• Champion Forward\'s culture and brand values.
• Flex your expertise across additional projects and growth initiatives.
• Other duties as required.

What we\'re looking for

• A minimum of 4 years commercial experience
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian commercial insurance market
• Designation or progression toward CAIB, CIP, FCIP or other industry credentials
• Excellent professional written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• An inclusive and transparent collaboration style with resilience in a fast-paced environment
• General Insurance license (in good standing or ability to obtain within 60 days)
• Successful completion of a criminal record check

Ready to move Forward?

Apply here or send your resume to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Insurance