Intermediate Underwriter

Arrowhead Programs; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Brown & Brown Canada is seeking an experienced Commercial Insurance Underwriter to review new submissions, assess risk, and determine placement within our guidelines, while supporting renewal efforts to retain valuable business and maintain compliance with internal controls.

You will build strong relationships with Retail Brokers, pursue profitable opportunities, and provide accurate quotes and timely advice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Level 1 - General Insurance license.
• 5+ Years Commercial Insurance Experience with willingness to further develop Underwriting Analysis & Products skillset.

Responsibilities

• Review new and renewal business applications to confirm information for coverage placement.
• Adhere to Underwriting Guidelines and use authority with sign-off when required.
• Maintain and grow Retail Broker relationships while selling within guidelines.
• Assist renewal underwriters in retaining business and evaluating risk for referrals.
• Meet or exceed weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual sales target goals.
• Ensure quotes, binders, and policies are issued promptly and accurately.

Skills

Adaptability

Attendance

Decision Making

Dependability

Initiative

Problem Solving

Quality

Quantity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Level 1 - General Insurance license

Job description

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Summary

Reviewing new business submissions and evaluating the risk for referral to our markets or for placement/binding within our binders per our contract guidelines, as well as assisting renewal underwriters in retaining business.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Include the following:

• Adherence to weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual sales target goals.
• Facilitation of the sale of insurance products by providing information, negotiation activities, pricing, adjustments and advice.
• When speaking with brokers inquiring about and requesting submissions on additional business opportunities the broker may have in their office.
• Encouraging and pitching other lines of business that Special Risk has an appetite for.
• Generation of Lead development for new business through a variety of techniques including sales calls, tradeshow participation, broker calls/visits (in person and virtual) and e-mail solicitation.
• Responsible for maintaining renewal accounts in addition to new business opportunities, working within Special Risk’s Underwriting Guidelines while adding value and integrity to the Special Risk Insurance Managers culture.
• Operating within provided Underwriting Authority and working with Team Lead or Referrals Team for appropriate sign off and approval where required
• Responsible for growing and maintaining Retail Broker relationships while performing sales and service within Special Risk’s Guidelines.
• Reviewing new and renewal business applications and opportunities to confirm that information is appropriate to determine placement of coverage.
• Attend available seminars through SRIMU looking for opportunities to learn and develop as an Underwriter
• Working with colleagues and leaders to gain knowledge on Special Risk Insurance Managers products, market options and different ways to increase hit rate while working to write profitable business
• Ensuring quotes, binders, and policies are issued promptly and accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Decision Making Skills – Identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan.
• Initiative – Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not Applicable

Education And/Or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Level 1 - General Insurance license

5+ Years Commercial Insurance Experience with willingness to further develop Underwriting Analysis & Products skillset

Pay Range

70000 - 85000 Annual

Actual salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and work location. Package may include base pay, commissions, and/or bonuses.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well‑Being

At Brown & Brown Canada, we go beyond traditional benefits by supporting the total well‑being of our teammates—physically, financially, and personally. This commitment is reflected in our culture and leadership. In 2026, Brown & Brown Canada was recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada and a Best Workplace with Most Trusted Executive Teams by Great Place to Work, the global authority on workplace culture. These recognitions are based entirely on confidential employee feedback across Great Place to Work Certified organizations in Canada.

Our programs are designed to help you thrive at work and in life.

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; Retirement and savings programs, including RRSP with company match, TFSA options
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Increased Stat Holidays & Vacation time, Paid Sick/Personal time, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power to Be Yourself

Brown & Brown is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our values, we steadfast in providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. Brown & Brown will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact us as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.