Underwriter, Regional Underwriting

Definity; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Ontario is seeking an Underwriter to assess and negotiate new business submissions and renewals. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in Farm/Commercial Lines underwriting and strong analytical and communication skills. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and a range of employee benefits, including education assistance and wellness programs.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Company share ownership program

Pension and savings programs

Paid volunteer days

Educational resources and tuition assistance

Wellness and recognition programs

Qualifications

• University degree or 2-year diploma from a recognized college or completed CIP designation.
• Minimum of 3-5 years in Farm/Commercial Lines underwriting.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills and computer literacy.
• Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assess, accept, and decline new business submissions.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers.
• Maintain positive broker relations and provide technical support.
• Develop a pipeline for new and renewal business.

Job description

What to expect

• You’ll assess, accept, and decline new business submissions
• You’ll re-underwrite and negotiate renewals, and policy endorsements
• You’ll negotiate the terms and conditions of risk acceptance with brokers in writing, by telephone, electronic mail or in person
• You’ll develop and maintain positive broker relations
• You’ll participate in production calls on brokerage offices, as required
• You’ll provide technical support to brokers
• You’ll build a pipeline for new and renewal business
• You’ll leverage tools, resources and reports to appropriately evaluate risks and make effective Underwriting decisions

What you bring

• University degree in any discipline or a 2 year diploma from a publicly recognized and funded college or a completed CIP designation
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Farm / Commercial Lines underwriting
• Strong customer service, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills; able to quickly interpret data, information, reports
• Strong computer literacy skills
• Strong ability to influence and effectively negotiate with stakeholders
• You’re professional, friendly and courteous in all interactions, with both customers and co-workers
• You perform well in a busy environment and remains calm under pressure
• You’re a team player that is adaptable to a changing environment
• You have strong problem-solving abilities and well developed analytical skills
• You can weigh many complex factors to ultimately make sound decisions, and explain your rationale
• Your work ethic drives you to take on challenges and see them through to completion
• You collaborate well will others, sharing your ideas, and listening to and integrating those of others
• You maintain excellent existing broker relationships and the proven ability to create and nurture new relationships
• You possess the ability to successfully maneuver difficult conversations with ease while exercising empathy, patience, professionalism, and the use of positive language

Salary Range : $50,200 - $92,500

Be the First to Apply

Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success.

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Company share ownership program
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting.

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).