Senior CGL Underwriter

DGA; Toronto; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian insurance company in Toronto is seeking an experienced Senior CGL Underwriter to manage complex cases and workflows. This full-time role requires over 8 years of underwriting experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will take part in strategy development and mentor junior staff while maintaining broker relationships. A post-secondary degree and CIP designation are preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Commercial General Liability underwriting experience is essential.
• Ability to interpret data and make informed risk decisions.
• Proven team player with a strong personality.

Responsibilities

• Manage workflow for a developing CGL practice focused on complex cases.
• Communicate effectively with brokers for smooth renewals.
• Mentor junior staff and manage invoicing and billing as needed.

Skills

CGL underwriting experience

Strong computer skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary Degree or Diploma

CIP designation or working towards

Job description

Description

Title : Senior CGL Underwriter

Location : Toronto (Hybrid or In-office)

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Act as a Senior Underwriter managing the workflow of a developing Commercial General Liability (CGL) practice with a focus on complex cases, primarily responsible for CGL lines and compatible business needs.
• Adhere to underwriting contracts, demonstrating good judgment to build a profitable CGL book.
• Follow internal standards of quality, applying coherent logic and decision-making in risk selection and pricing for new and renewal business.
• Manage the renewal process of a CGL book, communicating effectively with brokers for smooth renewals.
• Collaborate as a team member, balancing resources with customer service targets and mentoring junior staff.
• Handle invoicing and billing as required, contributing to team efforts.
• Manage endorsements, certificates, inspections, and related work with some support.
• Support business strategies to achieve profit and growth through sound underwriting and responsible marketing.
• Contribute to strategic plans to increase market presence, maintain the right business mix, and meet growth and profit goals.
• Participate in product line and process improvements, product development, and marketing initiatives.
• Develop and maintain key broker relationships for positive outcomes.
• Serve as a resource for junior underwriters and those new to CGL underwriting.
• Communicate openly with other offices to ensure consistent customer response and resource efficiency.

Required Knowledge and Skills :

• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma.
• CIP designation or working towards it.
• 8+ years of CGL underwriting experience.
• Knowledge of CGL risks, classifications, and coverage options; ability to interpret data and make informed risk decisions.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines; strong planning and organizational skills.
• Proven team player with an energetic personality.

DGA Careers has been serving the Canadian insurance industry for over 30 years, specializing in insurance recruiting services across major insurers, brokerages, and independent adjusting firms. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, and Calgary, we conduct national searches through our extensive professional network, reaching key influencers and passive candidates across Canada.

Information

• City : Toronto
• Market segment : Commercial Insurance
• Job Type : Full-Time
• Education : Post-secondary Education
• Expertise : Underwriting - Commercial, Underwriting - Casualty
• Minimum experience required : 7 to 10 Years
• Contact name : Maurice
• Contact email : [Please insert email]