Property & Casualty Underwriter - CHES Special Risk

NFP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Toronto is seeking an experienced Underwriter to expand their SME Book. The role involves developing new business, renewing policies, and ensuring high customer service standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years underwriting experience and relevant designations. This position offers a hybrid work environment and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Annual bonus

Matching 5% RRSP

Referral commissions

Comprehensive health care benefits

Support for continuing education

Reimbursement for license and membership dues

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proficient in underwriting commercial property and casualty products.
• Knowledge of legislation, regulations, trends, and issues in the industry.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business presented by broker offices.
• Maintain and renew existing policies.
• Negotiate renewal terms.

Skills

Sales and marketing skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Financial management

Risk management

Education

RIBO / CIP / FCIP designation or in progress

Minimum 3 years of commercial property and casualty underwriting experience

Job description

Job Duration : Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Underwriter to expand our SME Book in Toronto. Your primary responsibility will be to develop new business and renew existing policies received by our Toronto team.

What You’ll Do

• Underwrite new business presented by broker offices
• Achieve monthly sales targets
• Maintain and renew existing policies
• Negotiate renewal terms
• Ensure Customer Service Standards are consistently met
• Monitor broker results semi-annually
• Review underlying portfolio performance and make adjustments
• Report directly to senior management

What You Bring

• RIBO / CIP / FCIP designation or in progress (asset)
• Knowledge of industry legislation, regulations, trends, and issues
• Minimum 3 years of commercial property and casualty underwriting experience
• Proven sales and marketing skills
• Experience with financial management, insurance risk, reinsurance, claims underwriting
• Proficiency in underwriting commercial property and casualty products, including coverage, pricing, and risk management

Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are essential. Must be organized, able to multitask, and work well under pressure. Ability to work independently and in teams, motivate others, and take initiative is crucial.

Who We Are - CHES Special Risk

Established in 2004, CHES Special Risk Inc. is an independent Canadian MGA and wholesale broker, specializing in entertainment and hospitality insurance, and a Lloyd’s coverholder since 2009. We provide 'A' rated capacity and support retail brokers' growth. Visit us at www.chesspecialrisk.ca.

What’s In It For You

• Hybrid work environment
• Annual bonus
• Matching 5% RRSP
• Referral commissions
• Comprehensive benefits including Health Care Spending Account
• Support for continuing education and career development
• Reimbursement for license and membership dues
• Collaborative, innovative team environment

We value our employees and support their well-being through various programs and community involvement, including partnerships with organizations like Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade, Food Banks Canada, and Indspire Canada. We foster a culture of inclusion, growth, and community service.

Accommodations available upon request during the hiring process.