Head of Financial Lines

Aviva Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviva Canada is looking for a Head of Financial Lines to lead the development of a Management Liability product suite. With a focus on profitability and growth, this role involves building key broker relationships and driving the strategy for mid-market and large accounts. The ideal candidate possesses extensive underwriting experience and demonstrates strong leadership skills, aiming to grow Aviva's footprint in the Management Liability sector.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package including salary and bonus

Generous vacation and career development opportunities

Support for professional education

Qualifications

• 10+ years of underwriting experience focusing on Management Solutions for mid-market or large accounts.
• Professional qualifications related to Insurance or Finance are preferred.
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Financial Lines strategy and development.
• Engage with the market and maintain broker relationships.
• Collaborate with underwriting team to support customer solutions.

Skills

Customer-focused

Leadership

Networking

Solution-oriented

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.

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

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

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