Personal Lines Underwriter

Western Financial Group; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Financial Group is seeking a Personal Lines Underwriter for a 9-month contract in Canada. The role involves gathering risk information, developing programs, and communicating with brokers to issue, renew, modify, or cancel policies.

Licensing requirements and underwriting experience are highlighted, with a hybrid option in Victoria or remote with licensing outside Victoria. The position offers a 37.5-hour workweek and a salary range of $57,000 to $70,000, reflecting its 9-month term and

Qualifications

• General Insurance Level 1 License required.
• General Insurance Level 2 License, CIP, or CAIB preferred.
• Underwriting experience an asset.
• Professional communication etiquette, both written and verbal.
• Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently.
• Involvement in industry related associations and your community.

Responsibilities

• Gather and assess risk information to determine eligibility on habitational insurance products including but not limited to, home, tenant, mobile home, rentals.
• Assist in development of new programs and maintain current programs.
• Communicate with brokers regarding new policy issuance, changes, renewals and cancellations.
• Advise, interpret, and validate coverage based on policy terms.
• Issue policy changes, renewals, and cancellations.
• Support internal departments and branches with policy interpretation and technical advice.

Skills

Communication skills

Underwriting experience

Data retrieval

Community involvement

Industry associations

Education

General Insurance Level 2 License

CIP or CAIB preferred

General Insurance Level 1 License

Job description

Career Opportunities: Personal Lines Underwriter (83290)

Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care.

Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.

Personal Lines Underwriter: 9-month contract role

Here is what a typical day looks like

• Gather and assess risk information to determine eligibility on habitational insurance products including but not limited to, home, tenant, mobile home, rentals
• Assist in development of new programs and maintain current programs
• Communicate with brokers regarding new policy issuance, changes, renewals and cancellations
• Advise, interpret, and validate coverage based on policy terms
• Issue policy changes, renewals, and cancellations
• Support internal departments and branches with policy interpretation and technical advice

The value you bring

• General Insurance Level 2 License, CIP, or CAIB preferred
• General Insurance Level 1 License required
• Underwriting experience an asset
• Professional communication etiquette, both written and verbal
• Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently
• Involvement in industry related associations and your community
• Full-time contract role for a term of 9 months
• Hours: 37.5 hours/week: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Location: Hybrid if located in Victoria, BC. Remote (with correct licensing) if located outside of Victoria BC
• Salary range: $57,000 - $70,000
• Requisition: 83290
• Current Vacancy: Yes

Why Western?

Western’s people‑first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.

Highlights include:

• 14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks’ vacation, company‑matching savings programs, and 100% employer‑paid group benefits for eligible employees

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] or visit our Careers page .

Our Human‑First Hiring Approach:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (non‑AI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.