POSITION

SALARY

INDUSTRY

LOCATION

TYPE

REF #

Senior Underwriter- P&C Programs

Open

Insurance

Toronto

Permanent

108302U

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under technical direction, underwrites and analyzes new and renewal business.  Administers and monitors underwriting rules and guideline, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.  Works writing significant limits and authority on assignments of higher technical complexity  and coordination.  May provide guidance to lower level associates.  Markets companies' products and services through an agency plant or through  the brokerage community.  Develops/maintains agency and /or broker relationships.

REQUIREMENTS

• 4 or more years of related experience.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression  of positions of increasing responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Solid knowledge of processing methods and workflow procedures, and basic knowledge of insurance underwriting and regulations for assigned territories.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to effectively assess risk.
• Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing, regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• .Ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to function effectively in team environment.
•  PC literate.