Senior Underwriter, Casualty

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

Job summary

A commercial insurance provider in Toronto is seeking a Casualty Underwriter to manage underwriting processes for mid-market Canadian companies. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of underwriting experience and a bachelor's degree, with strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities. This role involves relationship building with brokers, risk assessment, and attending client meetings to discuss proposals. A competitive salary and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an underwriter dealing with complex accounts.
• Demonstrated technical expertise and product specific knowledge for Property and Casualty lines.
• CIP / CRM or equivalent designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Underwrites new and renewal business submissions ensuring proper risk selection.
• Responsible for managing a portion of department premium as assigned.
• Independently establishes effective relationships with brokers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Details

Why Berkley?

Berkley Canada is a boutique commercial insurer that delivers exceptional expertise and service to our broker partners and insureds. Our mission is to be the best for our employees, customers and shareholders. By being the best, we mean generating better experiences and better outcomes for these three stakeholders. We think outside the box, are always innovating and creating value.

Responsibilities

Position Summary :

This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step as a Casualty underwriter in today’s competitive marketplace. The position empowers the Senior Underwriter to deploy capital in accordance with Berkley’s underwriting appetite, continue to build and utilize your analytical and market-facing skills in a differentiated manner to create unique solutions for our broker and client base. This position primarily focuses on Mid-Market Canadian Companies in all regions of the country.

What will your typical day look like?

• Underwrites new and renewal business submissions ensuring proper risk selection, endorsements and pricing while adhering to underwriting authority.
• Responsible for individual profitable growth and management of a portion of department premium, as assigned.
• Independently establishes and maintains effective relationships with Brokers and generates opportunities.
• Negotiates pricing, terms and conditions for proposed insurance contracts.
• Attends and actively engages in client meetings, comes prepared with well researched questions and communicates effectively with the client.
• Will take an active approach to off-cycle client-engagement to build Berkley Canada brand reputation
• Works with a sense of urgency and meets deadlines.
• Handles complex policy administration including manuscripts, and other custom requests. Works with legal and claims teams to ensure proper execution.
• Works both independently and collaboratively to assess risk.
• Adheres to all authority / underwriting guidelines.
• Performs file audits of individual risks for compliance with company guidelines and reinsurance conditions.
• Stays informed and up to date on any changes, trends, news, legal developments that may impact the Casualty product line.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Characteristics :

Bachelors’ degree

Minimum of 3 years of experience as an underwriter dealing with complex accounts

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.