Intermediate/Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter - 9763 - IW-9763

DGA Careers; Richmond Hill, Markham; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Lines Underwriter in Markham, Ontario. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in underwriting at MGA, possesses a Level 1 General Insurance license, and excels in communication and negotiation. This role offers a hybrid work environment and contributions to key industry relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience.
• Prior working experience with MGA is preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Review & apply pricing, terms & conditions to new & renewal business.
• Maintain relationships with key retail producing brokers.
• Develop new broker relationships through visits and discussions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Participate in industry events to enhance market presence.

Skills

Strong underwriting acumen

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 1 General Insurance license

CIP or equivalent

Job description

Date of modification:

Job number: IW-9763

Detail

Location: Markham, Richmond Hill

Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Lines Underwriter to join their team! The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of progressive experience in Commercial Lines underwriting at MGA.

Location: Hybrid in Ontario

Responsibilities and Duties include but are not limited to:

• Review & apply pricing, terms & conditions to new & renewal business.
• Maintain and grow existing relationships with key retail producing brokers.
• Develop out new broker relationships, including broker visits & discussions
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes to inform underwriting strategies and decision
• Participate in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to enhance market presence and build professional relationships

Requirements:

• 5+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience
• Prior working experience with MGA is preferred
• Level 1 General Insurance license
• A (CIP) or equivalent or working towards a designation is preferred
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong underwriting acumen, effective communication, and negotiation skills

DGA Careers has been proudly serving the Canadian insurance industry for over 30 years, specializing in providing insurance recruiting services to major insurers, insurance brokerage firms, and independent adjusting firms. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, and Calgary, DGA Careers is well-positioned to conduct searches with a national scope. Our unrivalled professional network across Canada provides us with the ability to reach key influencers and passive candidates nationally.

Interested candidates please contact Kim Ehman at 587-885-1849 or forward your resume in confidence tokim

Information

• City: Markham
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Education: CAIB, CIP, CIP Partial Completion, Insurance License
• Minimum experience required: 5 to 6 Years