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About the Role
The Underwriter will partner with managing companies to provide coverage for new and renewal business based on customers’ needs. This role is seen as a technical resource. As an Underwriter, you are decisive, detail-oriented, and know how to build relationships internally and externally to drive results. Your ability to independently assess complex risk and sell our products in challenging markets will contribute to the profitability and success of Definity.
Responsibilities
- Manage the profitability, growth, and retention of an assigned book of business.
- Underwrite and skillfully negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability while adhering to Service Levels.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with INI partners within the business unit and across the organization to fulfill sales plans and identify cross-selling opportunities.
- Foster and maintain relationships with external partners by regularly meeting in person with brokers to market and cross sell Definity products with a goal of writing and retaining accounts consistent with our risk appetite.
- May assist in the training and mentoring of less experienced Underwriters.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Six years of relevant underwriting experience with experience in commercial lines.
- Deep knowledge of commercial lines products, the regulatory environment, and the local insurance market.
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to proactively identify underwriting, marketing, or financial challenges and analyze available information to make timely decisions in alignment with our risk appetite.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with managing companies and brokers.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references) required.
Skills
- Negotiation
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Risk assessment
- Sales
Location
- Canada
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 6 years of relevant underwriting experience
- Experience in commercial lines
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in a relevant field.
- CIP/FCIP/CRM designation
Salary/Compensations
- $51,300-$94,400
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule
- Company share ownership program
- Incentive Program
- Pension and savings programs
- Company-matched RRSP contributions
- Paid volunteer days
- Company matching on charitable donations
- Educational resources
- Tuition assistance
- 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
About the Company
- Global Services provides tailored insurance solutions for companies based in the Canada with United States or Global parent. Coverage offerings include Property, General Liability, Automobile, Ocean Marine and more.
- Definity was named by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.
- Economical is part of Definity, which includes some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance.
- Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers.
- We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
- 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 accessibility@economical.com.
- As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.