Senior Underwriter - National Programs

Wawanesa Insurance; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Winnipeg is seeking a Senior Underwriter for National Programs. This role involves analyzing commercial risks and collaborating with internal teams. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience in Property & Casualty underwriting and a relevant educational background. The position offers a hybrid work environment and competitive salary between $68,000 - $102,000 CAD.

Benefits

Annual bonus plan

Generous vacation time

Premium-free benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Property & Casualty industry experience.
• Completion or active pursuit of a recognized industry designation.
• Strong decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and underwrite complex commercial risks.
• Prepare monthly insights reports.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on business strategies.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Risk analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Customer service orientation

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Post-secondary education in business or related field

Property & Casualty industry designation (e.g., CIP, FCIP)

Tools

Underwriting systems

Microsoft Excel

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Job ID : 9384

Working Business Language : English

Salary : At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan.

The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to : your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range : $68,000 - $102,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.

About Us

At Wawanesa, we’re proud to offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations : Winnipeg, MB; Wawanesa, MB; Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Lethbridge, AB; Toronto, ON; Montreal, QC; Kitchener, ON; Thunder Bay, ON; Ottawa, ON; Moncton, NB; Dartmouth; NS

The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (“Wawanesa Mutual”), founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,600 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. To learn more visit wawanesa.com.

We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.

Job Overview

The Underwriter – National Programs plays a critical role in the profitable growth and management of national program portfolios. This position involves advanced risk analysis, strategic collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and execution of underwriting strategies aligned with departmental goals. The role supports key performance targets including claims ratio, premium growth, and broker engagement, while contributing to a high-performing, team-based culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze and underwrite complex commercial risks within assigned national programs, ensuring alignment with corporate underwriting guidelines and profitability targets.
• Prepare and deliver monthly insights reports for assigned programs, identifying trends, performance metrics, and opportunities for improvement to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with Program Specialists, Actuarial, Prevention & Risk Services, and Reinsurance to develop and execute renewal and new business strategies.
• Lead the preparation and review of CASE documents for new and renewal business, including pricing, wording, and reinsurance considerations.
• Manage inspection processes : order surveys, review recommendations, and implement action plans for below-average and underinsured risks.
• Monitor and act on claims activity by completing 30-day loss reports, recommending underwriting actions as needed.
• Review broker referrals within 48 hours, making decisions within authority or escalating with recommendations.
• Oversee bordereau management : ensure timely receipt, review for compliance, and coordinate accurate data entry with Management, Underwriting Assistants and Business Operations Support teams.
• Foster strong broker relationships through timely communication, regular touchpoints, and in-office visits, supporting mutual business objectives.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and support more junior team members, including junior underwriters and underwriting assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience :

Minimum 5 years of Property & Casualty industry experience, with a focus on commercial lines underwriting.

Education

Post-secondary education in business or a related field.

Completion or active pursuit of a recognized Property & Casualty industry designation (e.g., CIP, FCIP).

Technical Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and underwriting systems (e.g., PC, Rating Tools).

Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to justify underwriting actions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Behavioural Competencies

Strong customer service orientation with a member-centric mindset.

Collaborative team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive work environment.

Proactive and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset.

Demonstrated leadership in mentoring and supporting peers.

Assets

Experience in national programs or delegated authority underwriting.

Familiarity with bordereau processing and automated underwriting tools.

Ability to perform basic to advanced Microsoft Excel functions (e.g., formulas, lookups, pivot tables).

Wawanesa is proud to be one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, a Kincentric Best Employer in Canada and a Forbes Best Employer in Canada recognizing an exceptional place to work!

Diversity Equity, Inclusion& Belonging

At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people – this is supported by having a representative workforce.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas.

We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to [e-mail].

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