Property Underwriter

Lions Gate Underwriting Agency; Toronto; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance underwriting agency in Canada is seeking an experienced Property Underwriter to join their growing team. You will be responsible for underwriting new and renewal property and casualty business in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of commercial underwriting experience and an Insurance Agency Level 1 license. This position offers a competitive compensation package with flexible work options in Toronto, Vancouver, or Ottawa.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Generous vacation allowance

Employer-sponsored training and education opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years+ of commercial underwriting experience is required.
• Must have Insurance Agency Level 1 license; Level 2 is preferred.
• In-depth understanding of policy wordings and applicable coverages is essential.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and service a growing book of business including risk selection.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with brokers.
• Identify and develop sources of new business.

Skills

Commercial underwriting experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Risk selection

Strong phone skills

Education

Insurance Agency Level 1 license

Level 2 license preferred

Tools

EPIC Insurance System

Policy Works Insurance System

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Property Underwriter

Location: Vancouver, BC or Toronto / Ottawa, ON with flexible work from home options

Summary of Position:

Lions Gate Underwriting (LGU) is a global MGA with teams throughout Canada, Australia and Latin America. LGU in Canada is continuing to grow and is looking for a driven Underwriter who will be responsible for underwriting, evaluating and negotiating new and renewal property and casualty business. You will work in a fast-paced and collaborative work environment and be part of an energetic group of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Underwriter for product lines including but not limited to: Commercial Property, Residential Property (including short term rental), Vacant Commercial / Residential Property, Vacant Property with renovations to be completed, Vacant Land and more.
• Underwrite and service a growing book of business, including risk selection, coverage negotiation and pricing adequacy on new & renew(al) business, all in accordance with designated underwriting authorities and company guidelines
• Identify, analyze and develop sources of new business
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with brokers
• Maintain market intelligence, trends and industry knowledge
• Adhere to company and regulatory policies, procedures together with mandatory training requirements

Qualifications, Experience & Additional Capabilities

• 2 years+ Commercial underwriting experience
• Requirement: Insurance Agency Level 1 license mandatory and Level 2 license preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organization and time management
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow-up on uncompleted tasks
• In-depth understanding of policy wordings, forms and applicable coverages
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment, working independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong phone skills including listening and documenting information
• Experience with EPIC and Policy Works Insurance Systems is an asset

You will personally demonstrate the organization's values

• Accountable
• Entrepreneurial
• Collaborative
• Empowering
• Disciplined

Employer Information

Lions Gate Underwriting is a division of BMS Group Ltd., a specialist Lloyd's Insurance Brokerage with more than 600 staff across 25 global offices throughout Canada, USA, Australia, Europe and Asia, and is headquartered in London, UK. BMS is a Canadian-owned insurance brokerage and prides itself on its entrepreneurial spirit and focus on leading service. Our Canadian teams work collaboratively with our global offices to deliver innovative insurance and risk management solutions.

Other Information

• Full Time Position
• Competitive compensation package, including comprehensive medical and dental benefits, generous vacation allowance, competitive salary, and opportunities for employer-sponsored training and education

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Pay

$65,000-$75,000 per year

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Work Location

Remote / Hybrid in office if located in Toronto, Vancouver, or Ottawa

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year