Senior Underwriter, Casualty

Berkley Canada, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Underwriter to join their innovative team in Toronto. This role offers the opportunity to develop and implement strategic underwriting plans while collaborating with various business units. You will manage policy maintenance and engage in market research to drive profitable business segments. With a focus on professional growth, you will build valuable relationships and expand your skills through collaboration with industry experts. Join this forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in the evolving insurance landscape.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in insurance underwriting.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adhere to underwriting strategic plans.
• Manage policy maintenance and renewal book of business.
• Conduct market research and analysis for casualty insurance.

Skills

Technical expertise in Property and Casualty lines

Strong oral and written communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

CIP / CRM or equivalent designation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Details

Why Berkley Canada?

Berkley Canada is a boutique Commercial Insurer that delivers exceptional expertise and service to our broker partners and customers. Our mission is to generate the best experience and the best outcomes for our employees, our customers, and our shareholders. We think outside the box, are always innovating and creating value.

Responsibilities

What will your typical day look like?

• Develops and adheres to short and long term underwriting strategic plans and objectives for regional underwriting offices ensuring consistency and integration with overall Berkley corporate strategy.• Handles policy maintenance items and other mid-term requests. Reviews endorsement requests and processes necessary changes to the policy. Responsible for management of renewal book of business.• Crossmarket & collaborate with other Berkley Canada Business Units on strategic account / business opportunities.• Identify, position and direct our Casualty Unit to write attractive and profitable business segments over the long term.• Execute our unique casualty products and tailored program solutions.• Regular mid-market casualty insurance market research, analysis and recommendations to identify, refine, and position our middle market casualty business unit model for long term success.• Ensure timely processing of premium and issuance of policy documents for assigned accounts.• Embody and promote Berkley Canada’s collaborative and innovative culture to ensure professional success individually and for the team.• Performs other duties, as assigned.

You will also have the chance to...

• Visualize a career in insurance as you discover more about our exciting, evolving industry• Build relationships and networks to support your professional growth and success• Expand your skills through collaboration with and training from our experts• Collaborate with colleagues on developmental projects and share your knowledge

Qualifications

Characteristics:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience

• Demonstrated technical expertise and product specific knowledge for Property and Casualty lines

• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management

• CIP / CRM or equivalent designation preferred

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong oral and written communication skills as well as negotiation abilities

• Effective time management skills

Thank you for considering Berkley Canada!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.