Underwriter or Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance (P&C)

Chubb; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Calgary seeks a Commercial Underwriter to manage a diverse portfolio in the Commercial Property and Casualty sector. You will analyze risks, negotiate coverage, and build strong relationships with brokers. Candidates should have 2-5 years of underwriting experience and a university degree in a related field. Exceptional communication and analytical skills are crucial for success. This position fosters both independent and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of property and casualty underwriting experience required.
• Demonstrated analytical and risk underwriting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of Commercial Property & Casualty business.
• Analyze account information and make underwriting recommendations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Risk underwriting skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Customer service orientation

Relationship management

Education

University degree in insurance or related field

Job description

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.

KEY OBJECTIVE:

As a key member of the commercial underwriting department, this individual is responsible for independently managing a diverse portfolio of Commercial Property & Casualty business with a focus on Retention, Account Rounding, New Business, Renewal Change and Profit goals while establishing and maintaining healthy relationships with assigned brokers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gather and analyze account information and make underwriting recommendations and decisions.

• Risk selection, coverage negotiation and pricing adequacy on new or renewal business.

• Contribute to differentiated Customer Retention and Sales results.

• Identify prospects or account rounding opportunities and actively manage and pursue

• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with brokers and key clients.

• Develop customer-centric renewal strategies that align with the Company’s financial goals.

• Collaborate with team members and contribute to an engaging work environment.

• Handle individual risk inquiries/correspondence from brokers and make appropriate decisions.

• Monitor booking, retention, account rounding, and renewal change accuracy.

• Contribute to projects to both improve the business and continually develop personal skills.

Qualifications

• University degree and/or equivalent insurance-related education and experience.

• 2 to 5 years of property and casualty underwriting experience is required (Commercial experience preferred).

• Demonstrated analytical and risk underwriting skills.

• Strong oral and written communications skills.

• Strong organization and time management skills.

• High level of responsiveness and efficiency when working with stakeholders.

• Demonstrated track record of customer service orientation and proven ability to foster strong business relationships.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment in a multi-task environment.

• Regional broker relationship management considered an asset.

At Chubb we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process or upon hire, please inform Human Resources. If a selected applicant requests accommodation during the recruitment process, Chubb will consult with the applicant in order to provide suitable accommodation that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.