Sr. Underwriter Auto, CL - Ontario National Branch

Aviva Canada; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base compensation

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings

Health benefits

Competitive vacation package

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Canada seeks a Senior Auto Underwriter for its Ontario National Branch. In this role, you will assess risks, analyze reports, and maintain broker relationships. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in Commercial Auto underwriting (Fleet & Garage) and strong communication skills. You'll enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development and wellness support.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of Commercial Auto underwriting experience (Fleet & Garage).
• Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate risks for new and existing business.
• Analyze reports to resolve adequate exposure and loss ratings.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

CIP designation (completed or in progress)

Tools

Standard business software

RTM system knowledge

Job description

Experience Aviva

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.

The Opportunity

Aviva has an exciting opportunity within our Aviva Business team—we’re looking for a Senior Auto Underwriter to join our Ontario National Branch.

In this role, you'll shape key underwriting decisions, partner with brokers across the region, and work on complex, rewarding files that let your technical strengths shine. You’ll be part of a collaborative hybrid team that values expertise, innovation, and exceptional service.

If you’re passionate about underwriting, motivated by meaningful work, and eager to contribute to a high‑performing team, we’d love to connect with you.

Join us and help drive what’s next at Aviva.

What You’ll Do

• Assess and evaluate risks for new and existing business (Fleet, Garage), with a focus on National Fleets
• Analyze reports to resolve adequate exposure and loss ratings.
• Maintain awareness of market trends, pricing levels and policy form amendments.
• Manage and negotiate renewal terms for the retention of business.
• Work with brokers to develop new business opportunities
• Apply loss control and risk management practices in the underwriting process.
• Respond to inquiries from brokers regarding modification to policy files in a timely and efficient manner.
• Build and maintain excellent broker relationships and management of assigned broker portfolios.
• Provide excellent Customer service.

What You’ll Bring

• 5–10 years of Commercial Auto underwriting experience (Fleet & Garage)
• CIP designation (completed or in progress) preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and collaborative
• Comfortable working independently and in a hybrid team environment
• Proficient with standard business software; RTM system knowledge is an asset
• Able to manage deadlines and perform well under pressure

What You’ll Get

• The salary band for this position ranges from $75,000-$90,000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job‑related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
• We’ll support your professional development education.
• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
• Employee‑driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion
• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health
• Hybrid flexible work model

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.