Senior Underwriter: Lead Risk & Pricing Strategist

CNA Insurance; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

CNA Insurance in Ontario seeks an experienced underwriter to assess risks, determine acceptability, and price policies within authority limits. The role involves broker collaboration, handling complex files, and ensuring compliance with guidelines.

The position requires five years of underwriting experience, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and familiarity with Ontario markets. A strong analytical mindset and negotiation skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; professional designations preferred.
• Typically a minimum of five years underwriting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of underwriting and insurance industry theories and practices.
• Ontario market familiarity and building broker relationships are assets.

Responsibilities

• Underwrites risks within specific authority and guidelines.
• Reviews applications and pricing decisions based on financial analysis and regulations.
• Prepares quotes and negotiates with brokers to reach positive outcomes.
• Maintains broker relationships and provides guidance to colleagues on complex risks.
• Keeps current on provincial and federal regulations affecting underwriting.

Skills

Underwriting expertise

Ontario market familiarity

Technical knowledge

Analytical skills

Negotiation & communication

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Professional designations preferred

Five years underwriting experience

Tools

N/A

Job description

CNA Insurance in Ontario seeks an experienced underwriter to assess risks, determine acceptability, and price policies within authority limits. The role involves broker collaboration, handling complex files, and ensuring compliance with guidelines.

The position requires five years of underwriting experience, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and familiarity with Ontario markets. A strong analytical mindset and negotiation skills are essential for success.