
Senior Commercial Underwriter (Vancouver)
- Vancouver, BC
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Evaluate and underwrite mid-to-large commercial property and casualty risks, ensuring alignment with company guidelines and risk appetite.
- Utilize analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex risks and determine appropriate coverage terms, pricing, and conditions.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, providing expert advice and guidance on risk placement and underwriting solutions.
- Act as a trusted resource, responding to broker inquiries, negotiating terms, and ensuring a high level of customer service.
- Manage a diverse commercial underwriting portfolio, ensuring profitability and adherence to underwriting standards.
- Review and assess policy renewals, endorsements, and claims history to maintain a balanced risk portfolio.
- Collaborate with internal teams to enhance underwriting processes, guidelines, and workflows.
- Stay informed about market trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes to ensure competitive and compliant underwriting practices.
- A degree or diploma in Business, Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field is preferred.
- 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience, preferably in property and casualty insurance.
- A Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) or Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation is an asset.
- Strong understanding of commercial underwriting principles, risk assessment, and industry regulations.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and tools to evaluate and price risks effectively.
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities to foster broker relationships.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.