Head of Financial Lines

Aviva Canada; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Head of Financial Lines to oversee the expansion into Management Liability in Markham, Canada. This role requires over 10 years of underwriting experience at a senior level along with a strong network in the industry. You will lead strategy, develop broker relationships, and create a comprehensive Management Liability product suite. A competitive rewards package and a flexible hybrid work model are offered.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package

Generous vacation

Flexible hybrid work model

Support for professional education

Qualifications

• 10+ years of underwriting experience at a senior level, focusing on Management Solutions.
• Established network with Canadian brokerages and clients.
• Professional qualifications related to Insurance or Finance are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Financial Lines strategy and development.
• Develop and maintain broker relationships to generate business.
• Collaborate with Commercial Lines Underwriting team for customer solutions.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Leadership

Brokering relationships

Management Liability expertise

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance

Job description

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Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

Aviva Canada Inc. has an exciting opportunity within our Commercial Lines team! We are seeking a dedicated Head of Financial Lines to play a key role in our expansion into the Management Liability space, focusing on mid-market, large, and multinational risks. This role will oversee the combined ABI and GCS Financial Lines team.

Your primary focus will be leveraging your Management Liability expertise and industry network relationships to grow a profitable Management Liability portfolio and further Aviva’s initiatives. You will lead the development of a full Management Liability product suite, including Directors’ and Officers’ Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability, Crime, and Errors & Omissions, servicing both privately held and publicly traded companies. You will also represent Aviva at external meetings with brokers and clients, driving profitable growth.

What You\'ll Do

• Lead the Financial Lines strategy and development.
• Engage with the market and participate in client meetings across Canada to understand risk profiles.
• Develop and maintain broker relationships to generate business in the Management Liability space.
• Collaborate with Commercial Lines Underwriting team to cross-sell and support customer solutions.
• Build and develop Management Liability tools, solutions, and growth strategies with stakeholders.
• Stay informed on technical issues and work with the Central Technical Unit to improve policies and pricing.
• Engage with UK colleagues to stay updated on market dynamics and share insights.

What You\'ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance.
• 10+ years of underwriting experience at a senior level, focusing on Management Solutions for mid-market or large accounts.
• Leadership experience in building and growing Management Liability portfolios.
• Established network with Canadian brokerages and clients.
• Professional qualifications related to Insurance or Finance are preferred.
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Who You Are

• A self-starter, customer-focused, and solution-oriented.
• Results-driven with a drive for success.
• A team player who leads and inspires others.

What You’ll Get

• A competitive rewards package including salary, bonus, retirement plans, health benefits, wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Generous vacation and career development opportunities.
• Support for professional education.
• Flexible hybrid work model.

Aviva Canada provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. For specific accommodations, contact your Talent Acquisition Partner.

Additional Details

• Seniority level : Executive
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Finance and Sales
• Industry : Insurance