Senior Underwriting Specialist, Casualty

Tokio Marine Canada Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tokio Marine Canada is hiring a Senior Underwriting Specialist, Casualty, to lead profitable Casualty business including General Liability, Umbrella and Excess. You will assess risk, document files, and collaborate with brokers and MGAs to grow our book while mentoring staff and presenting results.

This role requires a university degree or college diploma and 7+ years of liability insurance experience, with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma required.
• 7+ years of liability insurance experience.
• Experience in general liability, umbrella, and excess liability.
• Ability to underwrite in multiple hazard categories and segments.
• Experience with USA/foreign product exposures and broker/MGA negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Produce underwriting of profitable new and renewal Casualty business.
• Perform risk selection and analysis using underwriting tools.
• Maintain comprehensive file documentation per departmental requirements.
• Develop and maintain broker relationships and market presentations.
• Collaborate across teams for a multi-line approach and growth.
• Conduct peer reviews and broker/MGA audits; mentor designated staff.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly performance reviews and reports.
• Stay updated on marketplace changes, trends, and litigation.

Skills

Casualty underwriting

Risk analysis

Broker relationships

Cross-collaboration

Mentoring staff

Policy terms negotiation

File review/audit

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

University degree or college diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Us as a Senior Underwriting Specialist, Casualty

Who We Are

Tokio Marine Canada (TMCan) is a Canadian early-stage entrepreneurial commercial P&C insurer based in Toronto. We partner with select brokers to deliver tailored business insurance solutions across Canada. As part of the Tokio Marine Group, we are able to collaborate under a shared framework while maintaining autonomy and local decision-making. We support Canadian businesses in taking smart risks by delivering practical insurance solutions and exceptional service through trusted broker partnerships.

The Opportunity

We are hiring a Sr. Underwriting Specialist Casualty, to join our team. Our focus is simple - create the best team of professionals in the business. If you enjoy the excitement, challenges and rewards that come with creating better ways to do business, this may be the opportunity for you.

What You Will Be Doing

• Production Underwriting of profitable new and renewal Casualty business, (General Liability, Umbrella and Excess).
• Risk selection and analysis using logical, methodical underwriting tools and methods to support business.
• Ensuring all files are well documented and comply with departmental requirements
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with our broker partners
• Market presentations and relationship management ability to help develop business
• Working collaboratively with colleagues for multi-line approach
• Identify cross selling opportunities
• Facultative Reinsurance placements (as per departmental guidelines)
• Grow target business and maintain profitability
• Ability to conduct peer reviews and broker/MGA audits
• Ability to train/mentor designated staff
• Internal monthly and quarterly review presentations on results and production
• Ongoing learning and updating of changes in marketplace, insurance trends, and litigation
• You may also be required to assist with broader company tasks as needed

Who You Are

You have direct experience in casualty underwriting. You are team player with a positive attitude who thrives in a consensus culture with an emphasis on collaboration. You are a self-starter who is excited by the opportunity to jump right in and can come up to speed quickly. You are comfortable working on a lean team and are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and do the work that needs to be done.

What You Bring

• A university degree or college diploma.
• 7+ years of experience in liability insurance.
• Experience in commercial general liability, umbrella, and excess liability
• Experience underwriting in all hazard categories (low, moderate, & high)
• Experience underwriting within the following segments: Manufacturing/Distribution and Wholesale, Construction and contractors, Hospitality, Commercial Realty, Retail
• Experience underwriting risks with USA and foreign products and operations exposures
• The ability to negotiate and define specific terms and conditions of our policies with brokers/MGAs
• File review/audit capabilities for peer and broker reviews.
• A high level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, driving for results.
• Thought leadership and can innovate solutions quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working closely with others and enjoy an atmosphere of cross-collaboration.
• The ability to thrive in a changing environment and be comfortable with ambiguity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• This posting is for an existing vacancy at Tokio Marine Canada.
• Tokio Marine Canada may use AI tools during the recruitment process to assist with screening, assessment or selection of applicants for a position.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is (115,000-130,000). Compensation may vary for roles in other regions to reflect local market conditions and currency differences. At Tokio Marine Canada, our salary ranges are designed to reflect the skills, experience, and responsibilities required for each role while providing room for growth. For experienced professionals, offers are typically positioned near the midpoint of the range. The upper end of the range is reserved for individuals who consistently deliver exceptional performance and impact. Candidates who are newer to the role may start below the midpoint, with opportunities to progress as they develop. Final offer decisions take into account factors such as location, relevant experience, and individual skill set.

Life at Tokio Marine Canada

At TMCan, we’re a relationship company. We value collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, where every voice matters and every team member makes an impact. We believe in flexibility, authenticity, and growth: because when our people thrive, so does our business. TMCan offers the unique opportunity to work side by side with senior leaders, gaining direct exposure to strategic decision-making and business planning.

Our CARE Values Guide Everything We Do

Collaborative: We communicate openly, support one another, and work as one team.

Achieving Excellence: We challenge the status quo and exceed expectations.

Responsive: We anticipate needs and deliver timely, exceptional service.

Ethical & Respectful: We act with integrity and empower our people to do the right thing.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive and Respectful Workplace

At TMCan, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where every individual is welcomed, respected, and valued for their unique identity and perspective. By embracing our differences and learning from one another, we aim to build a positive and empowering environment for all.

Tokio Marine Canada was proudly recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Canada by Canadian HR Reporter in 2024.

We work in a hybrid model, and you should expect to split your time between working in the office and working remotely, with flexibility based on the role and the business needs. We currently have an office in downtown Toronto and will eventually be establishing offices in other provinces. Should you currently work in a province where we do not have an office, you will remain remote until such time as we do establish an office.