Commercial Underwriter

Vailo Insurance Services Ltd.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Canada is seeking a Commercial Underwriter to join their dynamic team. The role involves underwriting multi-line commercial risks, developing unique solutions, and maintaining strong relationships with broker partners. Candidates should possess strong communication and analytical skills, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial lines underwriting. This position offers the potential for remote work and a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in commercial lines underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite multi-line commercial risks.
• Develop unique underwriting solutions.
• Assess and evaluate risk quality.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Negotiation

Time Management

Education

Post-secondary education

CIP designation

Job description

• Bonus : Formula-based discretionary bonus

About Vailo

Vailo is an independent and Canadian-owned Managing General Agent, with a focus on providing innovative, underwriting solutions to a select broker network. We are geared to achieve underwriting excellence and are committed to excellent customer service. We are seeking a Commercial Underwriter to become a part of our dynamic and knowledgeable team.

The Role

• Underwrite multi-line commercial risks, varying in size
• Apply effective pricing and coverage in accordance with company guidelines and underwriting authority limits
• Ability to underwrite products and develop unique underwriting solutions
• Ability to grow and maintain business relationships with broker partners
• Assess and evaluate risk quality and implement risk management recommendations
• Salary of the successful candidate will typically be determined by several factors including prior experience, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, location, and internal equity.

Job Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time and meet deadlines
• Professional and personable
• Self-motivated and driven to achieve company results
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team and can work remotely, if required
• Ability and willingness to attend marketing meetings with network and events

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary education an asset
• CIP designation or working towards is an asset
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in commercial lines underwriting

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] or use the form below. Please note that only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.