Commercial Underwriting Manager - IW-9744

DGA Careers; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established commercial insurer in Calgary is seeking a Commercial Underwriting Manager to lead a team of underwriters. This role offers career progression and a hybrid work model, focusing on mid-market underwriting. Ideal for seasoned professionals ready for management.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including salary and annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits including wellness programs

Education reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial property & casualty underwriting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of team leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of commercial underwriters.
• Develop tailored underwriting strategies with internal stakeholders.
• Guide assessment, pricing, and negotiation of risks.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Education

CIP/FCIP/RPLU or equivalent designations

Job description

Commercial Underwriting Manager - IW-9744

Job number: IW-9744

Detail

Job title: Commercial Underwriting Manager

Description

Location: Calgary, AB

The Opportunity: An established and growth-oriented commercial insurer is seeking a Commercial Underwriting Manager to join their Calgary office. This position is ideal for a seasoned commercial underwriting professional with leadership experience who’s ready to take on a management role or continue developing in one. The successful candidate will oversee a team of mid-market underwriters.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for meaningful career progression—whether you're currently a senior underwriter, team lead, or technical specialist seeking the next step.

Why This Role Stands Out

• The position is open due to an internal promotion, reflecting strong career development and internal mobility.
• You'll have leadership responsibility for a team of underwriters.
• Focused portfolio in the mid-market space.
• Offers flexibility with a hybrid work model while still fostering in-person collaboration and coaching.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, and support a team of commercial underwriters to ensure strong performance, development, and retention.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Actuarial, Claims, Compliance) to develop tailored underwriting strategies.
• Guide and contribute to the assessment, pricing, and negotiation of risks across Property, Casualty, and Auto lines.
• Oversee underwriting quality, documentation, and adherence to guidelines and service standards.
• Collaborate closely with brokers to deliver customized insurance solutions and maintain strong business relationships.
• Contribute to process improvement, training initiatives, and change management efforts across the department.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of commercial property & casualty underwriting experience (mid-market focus; construction knowledge is a strong asset).
• Minimum 3 years of team leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience.
• Level 2 license; completion of, or progress toward, CIP/FCIP/RPLU or equivalent designations.
• Proven ability to manage broker relationships with professionalism and responsiveness.
• Strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to lead change and build a culture of continuous improvement.

Additional Information

• Hybrid schedule with flexibility.
• Supportive, people-first culture that values both performance and well-being.
• Competitive compensation package including salary and annual bonus (up to 30%).
• Comprehensive benefits including wellness programs, recognition rewards, and education reimbursement.
• Clear path for career advancement within a reputable and growing organization.