Strategic Underwriting Leader – Western Canada

Aviva Canada; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexible work model

Career development opportunities

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Share plan

Volunteer opportunities

5 extra vacation days option

Inclusion and wellness programs

Job summary

Aviva Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, Plans & Programs to lead underwriting excellence for Western Canada. You will guide profitable growth, oversee portfolio performance, and mentor a team of underwriters while strengthening broker and program partner relationships.

This role combines technical underwriting leadership with strategic business development in a hybrid work model, offering career development and a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of commercial Property & Casualty underwriting experience.
• 2 years minimum of people leadership experience.
• Experience managing Programs, Portfolio Solutions, MGA, Delegated Authority, or Specialty business.
• Strong understanding of underwriting principles, portfolio management, pricing, coverage analysis, and risk selection.
• Proven ability to manage profitable books of business and achieve growth objectives.
• Strong broker relationship management and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of underwriters.
• Manage profitability, growth, retention, and underwriting performance of Programs and Portfolio Solutions.
• Provide technical oversight on complex underwriting opportunities and coverage solutions.
• Build relationships with brokers, clients, and program partners.
• Monitor portfolio performance and report on variances with corrective actions.
• Promote risk governance and ensure adherence to authorities and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Underwriting leadership

Broker relationship management

Strategic planning

Analytics & decision making

Education

University degree

CIP designation

Job description

Aviva Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, Plans & Programs to lead underwriting excellence for Western Canada. You will guide profitable growth, oversee portfolio performance, and mentor a team of underwriters while strengthening broker and program partner relationships.

This role combines technical underwriting leadership with strategic business development in a hybrid work model, offering career development and a comprehensive rewards package.