Executive Underwriter

InsuranceWorks.ca; Calgary; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Calgary is seeking an Executive Underwriter to manage complex accounts and mentor other underwriters. You will apply your expertise in risk evaluation and negotiation to deliver tailored insurance solutions. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health & wellness benefits

Career growth opportunities

Community impact programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of underwriting experience in property and casualty insurance.
• Strong knowledge of underwriting principles and insurance contracts.
• Experience coaching and mentoring underwriting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and service large, complex commercial accounts.
• Apply advanced problem-solving skills for unique risks.
• Act as a trusted partner to brokers.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Relationship building

Education

Completion of CIP and/or FCIP designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role
We are seeking anExecutive Underwriterto join a growing commercial underwriting team. In this role, you’ll manage and service a portfolio of highly complex accounts, applying your expertise to evaluate risks, negotiate terms, and deliver tailored insurance solutions. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring and developing other underwriters, ensuring best practices are followed and technical skills continue to advance across the team.

This position is ideal for an experienced underwriter who thrives on complex challenges, enjoys building relationships, and is motivated by profitable growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Underwrite and service large, complex commercial accounts in alignment with company standards and guidelines.

Apply advanced problem-solving skills to identify creative solutions for unique risks.

Act as a trusted partner to brokers, strengthening relationships and supporting business development initiatives.

Mentor and coach junior and intermediate underwriters, providing training and guidance on underwriting best practices.

Contribute to team objectives, national service standards, and overall portfolio profitability.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 10 years of underwriting experience in the property and casualty insurance industry.

Completion of, or working toward, the CIP and/or FCIP designation.

Strong knowledge of underwriting principles, insurance contracts, rating tools, risk assessment, and regulatory requirements.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Experience coaching and mentoring underwriting colleagues.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to adapt to modern underwriting systems and workflows.

Why Join Us

Hybrid work model – balance your week between home and office for flexibility.

Competitive compensation – salary, pension, RRSP matching, employee share purchase plan, and staff discounts.

Health & wellness benefits – flexible plans from day one, wellness programs, recognition initiatives, and personal well-being days.

Career growth – education support (CIP, FCIP, CRM), leadership training, mentorship programs, and internal mobility opportunities.

Community impact – team volunteer days and donation matching to support the causes that matter most to you.

Education Required

CIP
CIP Partial Completion
FCIP
FCIP - Partial Completion