Commercial P&C Underwriter

Gore Mutual Insurance; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gore Mutual Insurance is seeking a Commercial Underwriter to join their hybrid team. This role focuses on delivering tailored insurance solutions while providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in underwriting and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial underwriting experience.
• Enrollment in or completion of CIP and/or FCIP.

Responsibilities

• Create unique and tailored insurance solutions for brokers and customers.
• Refine commercial underwriting skills in a supportive environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Negotiation

Analytical Ability

Communication

Education

University Degree

College Diploma

CIP

FCIP

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Next Horizon is here. Fueled by investments in talent and technology, our bold strategy to transform is nearly complete.

At Gore Mutual, we’ve always set ourselves apart as a modern mutual that does good. Now, we’re proudly building on that legacy to transform our company—and our industry—for the better.

Our path forward sharpens our focus on business performance, driven by leading technology, innovation and an agile, high-performing culture. With Gore Mutual and Beneva announcing their intent to merge in 2026, we’ll be uniting two well-established, financially strong, and trusted brands to become the strongest mutual insurer in Canada, ensuring Canadians have purpose-driven insurance options for generations to come. Come join us.

At Gore Mutual, we’ve completely transformed our business in under three years. By investing in top talent and leading technology, we’ve redefined what it means to be a modern mutual that does good.

Our path forward brings a sharper focus on our business’ performance that’s powered by innovation and an agile, high-performing culture – we’re built for success.

We’re well on our way to becoming a purpose-driven, digitally led national insurer. Come join us.

It's an exciting time to be part of Gore Mutual as our Commercial Lines business is growing.

Our Commercial Underwriting team puts customers first. They are constantly looking for ways to help our broker partners serve their clients better. This means delivering genuine personal service and understanding the needs of our customers and their business. In this role you will have the chance to refine your commercial underwriting skills in an environment that recognizes performance and care for our customers.

Come join a team that values the expertise of our people and provides opportunities to grow in your career.

What will you do?

As a Commercial Underwriter (mid-market), you will help our brokers and customers by creating unique and tailored solutions that manage the risk of our everchanging business world. You’ll have the chance to refine your commercial underwriting skills in an environment that recognizes performance and care for our customers.

What will you need to succeed?

• A minimum of 3 years of commercial underwriting experience
• University degree, college diploma or equivalent experience
• Enrollment in or completion of the CIP and/or FCIP
• Ability to be comfortable with change while also promoting change to continuously improve the team’s operational effectiveness and efficiency
• Proven experience providing genuine customer service to broker partners by presenting commercial insurance solutions specific to the needs of the client
• Proficient underwriting skills, sound judgement, decision making, negotiation and analytical ability
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure with minimum supervision
• Proficient skill with computer applications including a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Location: We’re a hybrid team that thrives on the energy and value of in-office collaboration. This role offers the best of both worlds, with 2 days a week spent in our vibrant offices in Vancouver.

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Gore Mutual Insurance is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process. If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation, please advise the HR representative who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.

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