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Department: Professions

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London

Reporting To: Rebecca Seymour

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our Canada Professions team as an Assistant Underwriter. Our team is recognized as a market leader in Professional Liability underwriting, focusing exclusively on this sector in Canada, and has experienced rapid growth. We offer a range of products including Architects and Engineers, Miscellaneous Professionals, Recruitment, Oil and Gas, and Contractors E&O. Our package policy solutions provide comprehensive coverages, including Casualty and Cyber insurance, offering valuable experience and exposure.

We pride ourselves on thought leadership, adaptability, and exceptional service within a fun and collaborative environment. This role offers a chance to develop your underwriting career and be part of building the future of our team.

As an Assistant Underwriter, you will support the team in developing and underwriting profitable business, handling new business and renewals, and building broker relationships.

• Respond to broker enquiries and renewal submissions promptly, providing excellent service and quotations within SLA and authority limits.
• Explain product features, benefits, and coverage options; support product launches and raise awareness of offerings.
• Contribute to team projects related to product enhancements, launches, and system improvements.
• Support marketing efforts through existing contacts and new relationships, including occasional business trips to Canada.

We seek driven, self-starting individuals with a strong work ethic, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. You should be sales and service-oriented, confident, personable, and eager to support team growth. Previous experience in the insurance industry, particularly in underwriting or broking within financial lines, is preferred.

Love what you do: We are passionate and committed, making a positive impact on colleagues, clients, brokers, and carriers.

Challenge everything: We question and improve our processes continuously.

Have fun, be good: We believe in making work enjoyable, respecting diverse viewpoints, and treating everyone with kindness.