Sr. Underwriter Auto, Commercial Lines

Aviva; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national insurance company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Automobile Underwriter with 5–10 years of experience in Commercial Auto underwriting. The role involves assessing risks, negotiating renewal terms, and maintaining excellent broker relationships. Ideal candidates are self-motivated and thrive in a hybrid team environment. This position offers a competitive rewards package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Base compensation

Eligibility for annual bonus

Health benefits

Competitive vacation package

Corporate wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in Commercial Auto underwriting (Fleet & Garage).
• CIP designation (completed or in progress) preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate risks for new and existing business.
• Manage and negotiate renewal terms.
• Work with brokers to develop new business opportunities.

Skills

Commercial Auto underwriting experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Collaborative

Education

CIP designation

Tools

Standard business software

RTM system knowledge

Job description

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.

Aviva has an excellent opportunity in Aviva Business. Currently, we are seeking a Senior Automobile Underwriter to join the Ontario National Branch.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced underwriting professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding customer service, thrives in a technically complex environment, and enjoys working collaboratively in a dynamic hybrid team setting.

If you're ready to take the next step in your underwriting career and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Come join our team!

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:

• 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.

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