Senior Underwriter, Middle Market - Prairies

Zurich Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Canada is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join its Middle Market team in Calgary. This role entails underwriting complex commercial P&C risks while cultivating strong relationships with brokers and customers. Candidates should have at least 3 years of underwriting experience and be proficient in risk assessment.

The position offers an opportunity to lead in underwriting processes and facilitate strong communication across departments. Zurich Canada is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Underwriting or Market-Facing.
• Knowledge of business lines and legal/regulatory guidelines.
• Experience with time restraints for quotes.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal commercial P&C business.
• Assess and price risks using underwriting tools.
• Build relationships with brokers and key accounts.
• Lead projects aimed at improving underwriting processes.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk assessment

Relationship management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Opportunity

Zurich Canada is looking for a Senior Underwriter on its Middle Market team to underwrite and grow a portfolio of complex commercial P&C risks while building strong relationships with brokers and customers. The role is open to candidates based in Calgary, Edmonton or Winnipeg.

What You’ll Do

• Underwrite new and renewal commercial P&C business within your delegated authority, focusing on accounts with higher technical complexity.
• Assess and price risks using Zurich’s underwriting tools and methodologies, ensuring alignment with underwriting strategy and risk appetite.
• Structure coverage, terms and conditions that meet customer needs while achieving profitable growth and portfolio balance.
• Proactively build and manage a qualified pipeline of opportunities 90–120 days before they go to market.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with assigned brokers and key accounts, acting as a trusted advisor and primary contact.
• Participate in broker meetings, marketing activities and presentations to promote Zurich’s capabilities and drive new business.
• Collaborate closely with internal partners such as claims, risk engineering and other underwriting teams to deliver integrated solutions and cross‑sell additional lines of business.
• Handle referrals and coordinate on larger or more complex accounts, ensuring consistent application of underwriting standards.
• Lead or support short‑term projects (typically 3–9 months) aimed at improving underwriting processes, tools or customer experience.
• Share technical expertise and provide guidance to less experienced underwriters, contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Job Qualifications - Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Knowledge of line(s) of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Job Qualifications - Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zurich Canada is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and to ensuring that all employees have a barrier‑free environment.