Senior Commercial Underwriter, Western Region Ecclesiastical Insurance Canada · Toronto, Calgary ·

Benefact Group plc; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecclesiastical Insurance Canada, part of Benefact Group, seeks a Senior Commercial Underwriter in Calgary. This role involves managing complex risks, building relationships, and applying underwriting expertise in a supportive organization committed to social good. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Annual allowances for home and travel

Defined contribution pension plan (up to 8%)

Generous bonus program

Minimum 3 weeks vacation plus wellness days

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Annual charity grant of up to $200

Support for professional designations

Wellness perks like snacks

Engagement activities like lunch and learns

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of progressive underwriting experience focusing on property and casualty products.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior underwriters.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Analyze risks and assess underwriting submissions.
• Develop and manage a portfolio aligned with strategic goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and brokers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

University degree

Advanced insurance certifications (CIP or equivalent)

Tools

Underwriting tools

Job description

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration: Permanent

Location: Calgary

About the role

Ecclesiastical Insurance Canada, proudly part of Benefact Group, is looking for a Senior Commercial Underwriter to join our Western Region team in Calgary.

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We seek a professional ready to manage complex risks related to property and casualty products. This role involves working closely with stakeholders, handling underwriting submissions, managing a portfolio, and building strong relationships with customers and brokers. It offers a rewarding opportunity to apply your underwriting expertise in a forward-thinking organization committed to social good.

Key responsibilities

1. Analyze risks and assess underwriting submissions to make informed decisions.
2. Develop, negotiate, and manage a portfolio aligned with Ecclesiastical's strategic goals.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, brokers, and internal teams, ensuring excellent customer service.
4. Plan, prioritize, and manage tasks to meet objectives and SLAs.
5. Operate within Ecclesiastical’s framework, escalating risks as needed.

Knowledge, skills, and experience

1. University degree and advanced insurance certifications like CIP or equivalent.
2. 6-8 years of progressive underwriting experience, focusing on property and casualty products.
3. Proficiency with underwriting tools, systems, and data analysis for risk evaluation and premium calculation.
4. Attention to detail, excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
5. Strong negotiation skills and adaptability to market and guideline changes.
6. Understanding of underwriting guidelines, policy wording, pricing tools, and regional market.
7. Ability to coach and mentor junior underwriters and associates.
8. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
9. High ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and discretion handling sensitive information.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (discussed during interview)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Annual allowances for home and travel
• Defined contribution pension plan (up to 8%) with voluntary RRSP and TFSA options
• Generous bonus program
• Minimum 3 weeks vacation, plus wellness, personal, volunteer, and sick days
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, income protection, life, and ADD insurance, plus Health Care Spending Account
• Annual charity grant of up to $200
• Family and Employee Assistance Programs, discounts, and wellness reimbursements
• Support for professional designations and personal development
• Wellness perks like snacks and summer treats
• Engagement activities such as lunch and learns, social events, and leadership programs

About us

Ecclesiastical Insurance is a specialist insurer dedicated to supporting organizations that enrich lives and community initiatives. We insure historic sites, arts, charities, and faith-based organizations.

Benefact Group is an international financial services group owned by a charity, committed to philanthropy, having donated over £250 million since 2014, and aiming to double its size while fostering a culture of kindness, ambition, and inclusivity.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

If you require additional support during the recruitment process, please let us know.