POSITION

SALARY

INDUSTRY

LOCATION

TYPE

REF #

Senior Underwriter

Open

Insurance

Toronto

Permanent

908003U

POSITION DESCRIPTION

  • Ensure all new and renewal accounts are underwritten and structured with full regard to risk and profitability

  • Make independent sales calls to market and cross-market products

  • Identify cross-selling opportunities; Refers declined business to other Corporate divisions, as appropriate

  • Strong visibility in the marketplace, develop new and hone existing contacts in the broker and risk management fields

  • Risk assessment and development of underwriting solutions and grow target business and increase profitability

  • Occasional travel to support broker and client/risk manager relationships

REQUIREMENTS

  • 5-6 years casualty underwriting experience, including at least 2 years writing highly technical risks

  • College/University degree

  • CIP/FCIP designation an asset

  • Excellent skills in organization, time management, presentation and negotiation and oral and written communication.

  • Ability to manage work load effectively, especially during times of high activity and tight time lines

  • Ability to work independently to meet deadlines, as well as in a team oriented approach to accomplish goals

  • Proficient in systems and PC applications (Windows, Outlook, MSWord and Excel and database administration)