Head of Commercial Underwriting – Western Region

Aviva plc; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector seeks a Head of Commercial Underwriting for the Western Region. This executive role requires a market-facing leader to develop the commercial lines framework, enhance underwriting profitability, and foster a strong, inclusive leadership team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in commercial underwriting, demonstrate strategic leadership, and be equipped with advanced qualifications to drive performance in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Competitive vacation package

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant P&C experience.
• 5+ years in commercial underwriting and product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of underwriting vision for Western Region.
• Manage relationships with broker partners.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report on losses and trends.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial Underwriting

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Undergraduate degree in business, mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, or related field

FCIP, FCAS, FCIA or equivalent designation

Job description

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Head of Commercial Underwriting – Western Region

Apply locations Calgary Edmonton Canada - Winnipeg MB 201 Portage Ave posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R-151026

The VP, Head of Underwriting is a market-facing leader who is the P&L owner for commercial underwriting for Branch or Region.

Evolve Aviva Canada’s Commercial Lines business to be an industry leader within Canada

• Develop and implement the Commercial Lines underwriting vision for Western Region to grow underwriting profit.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of individual branch performance within the region through analysis of reports while regularly taking strategic actions and finding opportunities to increase positive results
• By focusing on what matters to our people, outstanding leadership and fostering an inclusive culture, there is a pipeline of top talent vying to work on your team.
• Lead and empower underwriters to take a creative yet profitable approach toward underwriting.
• Develop and lead a leadership team of underwriting experts who thrive on developing our underwriters, living Aviva values and motivating people to be their best.
• Nurture a culture of confidence and empowerment – be known in the market for underwriting expertise and being solution orientated and customer centric.
• Champion and adopt the Operational Effectiveness agenda resulting in increased capacity for our underwriters
• Facilitate people moving within SME and Aviva Canada inline with career aspirations and business need. We will win by operating as One Aviva
• In partnership with BD continually review and deliver on effective broker strategy and value proposition, driving stronger broker engagement, business outcomes and increased NPS
• Work proactively with broker partners to strengthen relationships and ensure business plans are met.
• Develop underwriting frameworks consistent with business and regulatory requirements.
• Regularly report on large losses, trends and the competitive environment. Embed a risk culture within Aviva.
• Complete quality assurance of the Commercial Lines P&C and Automobile portfolio, including branch and / or regional self-review.
• Manage account receivables to collect premium
• Work proactively and collaboratively with business partners across the organization to ensure objectives are aligned and met.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with regular attestation and evidencing.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in business, mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, or other related field or equivalent experience.
• FCIP, FCAS, FCIA or equivalent designation is required.

EXPERIENCE

• 10-15 years of relevant P&C experience, including 5+ years of experience in commercial underwriting and product development

What you’ll get

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.

Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.

Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.

Hybrid flexible work model ( presence to the office at least three times per week )

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

About Us

We help our 19.5 million customers to save forthe future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight.

So, we’re passionate about helping our 23,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers.

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