Senior Underwriting Specialist, Onshore Energy

American International Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AIG is seeking a Senior Underwriting Specialist in Onshore Energy based in Toronto. This role involves performing complex technical tasks, guiding underwriters, and developing pricing strategies. Join a team known for its commitment to professional development and a culture of inclusion and support.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits focused on health and wellbeing

Professional development opportunities

In-person collaboration environment

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Deep knowledge of Onshore Energy insurance products.
• Experience in sales, marketing, and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Performing highly technical assignments within your area of expertise.
• Providing technical guidance to management and underwriters.
• Managing a book of business and establishing production goals.

Skills

Analytical tools

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship management

Sales

Marketing

Job description

Senior Underwriting Specialist, Onshore Energy

Apply locations: Toronto

Type: Full time | Posted on: 28 Days Ago | Requisition ID: JR2406193

At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers manage risk. Join us as a Senior Underwriting Specialist in Onshore Energy to contribute to this transformation. This role offers an opportunity to grow your skills and experience as a valued team member.

Make your mark in Energy Underwriting

AIG underwriting teams develop insurance solutions across Financial Lines, Property, Casualty, Specialty Lines, Cyber, Multinational Clients, and High Net Worth individuals. We are transforming our operating model and reshaping our roles and career pathways to unlock each colleague’s full potential—empowering our people to grow professionally and add value to our customers and AIG.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Performing highly technical, complex assignments within your area of expertise.
2. Providing technical guidance to management, less senior specialists, underwriters, producers, and claims personnel.
3. Accepting, declining, or modifying new and renewal submissions, identifying exposures, analyzing coverage policies, and managing a book of business, including participating in budget formulation.
4. Establishing business production goals and submission flow strategies.
5. Collaborating with Distribution, Territory Managers, and other underwriters to target desirable accounts and cross-sell opportunities, while enhancing service quality.
6. Developing and implementing pricing strategies, deal structures, and negotiations with brokers and clients, maintaining risk quality and alignment with Onshore Energy strategy.
7. Reviewing and recommending modifications to underwriting guidelines.
8. Participating in special underwriting projects.
9. Building and maintaining strong relationships with brokers and clients to grow a profitable book of business.
10. Providing superior customer service and drafting manuscript endorsements for legal approval, if necessary.
11. Managing and guiding a team of underwriters, providing mentorship and oversight.

Qualifications for success:

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Deep knowledge of Onshore Energy insurance products, including features, forms, regulations, and risks.
• Experience in sales, marketing, and relationship management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, and adaptable to dynamic environments.
• Willingness to learn, flexible, and proactive.
• Comfort with analytical tools and technology.

Ready to elevate your career? We look forward to hearing from you.

Additional information:

• AIG Canada has been named one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for seven consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to HR excellence and a forward-thinking workplace.
• We value in-person collaboration, requiring team members to work primarily in the office to foster effective teamwork and a supportive environment.

Benefits:

Our Total Rewards Program offers comprehensive benefits focused on health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional development, supporting you and your family.

About AIG:

As a global leader in insurance solutions, AIG is committed to supporting individuals, businesses, and communities in managing risk and responding to uncertainty. We invest in our people through continuous learning and foster a culture of inclusion and diversity.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity:

We are dedicated to creating a respectful and inclusive culture that celebrates talents, backgrounds, and perspectives. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Functional Area: UW - Underwriting, AIG Insurance Company of Canada