Senior Underwriter, Programs

Starr Underwriting; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Programs Underwriter to manage a portfolio of Commercial Property and Casualty business. This role requires expertise in underwriting, broker relationship management, and involves assessing risks to ensure profitability. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a background in commercial underwriting. Join a collaborative environment where you can help others achieve their goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience required.
• Actively pursuing CIP/FCIP designation is preferred.
• Ability to analyze loss data and trends for underwriting decisions.

Responsibilities

• Manage underwriting aspects of assigned Programs.
• Evaluate and price risks based on various factors.
• Develop and expand broker relationships within the region.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Customer service skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Broker management skills

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠.

Position Summary

The Programs Underwriter manages a portfolio of Commercial Property, Casualty business including broker relationships in order to grow the book while maintaining underwriting discipline and profitability. This position involves making sound underwriting decisions based on individual risk characteristics, exposure analysis, hazard recognition and controls.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage all underwriting aspects of assigned Programs including guidelines, catastrophe capacity utilization, loss results, audits, referrals and others as necessary
• Solicits and review new and renewal account information required to evaluate a risk
• Identifies all potential exposures and hazards in relation to coverage requested and individual risk characteristics
• Underwrites, prices and prepares proposals based on objective and subject risk characteristics and input from various internal departments
• Negotiates and places facultative reinsurance when applicable
• Collaborates with other Arch units where appropriate to deliver a holistic customer insurance solution
• Together with internal team members, takes responsibility to deliver promised service to brokers
• Responsible for renewal and retention management and manages the renewal process to achieve targeted retention and profitability
• Develops, expands, and enhances broker and client relationships within the region, through high external visibility and frequent broker engagement

Required Skills/Experience

• Ability to analyze loss data, trends, hit ratios, renewal retention activity and relevant data to identify underwriting guideline or referral changes that support growth and project objectives
• Ability to underwrite new and renewal business by reviewing and analyzing insured's operations, loss history, and other pertinent information
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and decision making skills
• Excellent customer service, negotiation and presentation skills
• Hands-on experience and strong aptitude with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong marketing and broker management skills
• 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience
• Actively pursuing CIP/FCIP designation

Education

• University degree or equivalent education/experience preferred

For individuals assigned or hired to work in the location(s) indicated below, the base salary range is provided. Range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

$110,000 - $130,000/year

• Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future.

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