Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values - Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.
We make a positive difference every single day offering protection and peace of mind. Aviva Canada Inc. is one of Canada's largest insurance groups, and we have a lot to offer to talented people just entering the working world.
We are looking for a Senior Automobile Underwriter to join our Commercial Lines team in the Greater Toronto Branch. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced underwriting professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding customer service, thrives in a technically complex environment, and enjoys working collaboratively in a dynamic hybrid team setting.
If you're ready to take the next step in your underwriting career and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll Do:- Assess and evaluate risk for new and existing business.
- Assist and mentor more junior underwriters with applying corporate underwriting standards and share knowledge and skills with others in the branch.
- Analyze reports to determine adequate exposure and loss rating.
- Maintain awareness of market trends, pricing levels and policy form amendments.
- Negotiate renewal terms for the retention of business.
- Utilize loss control and risk management practices in the underwriting process.
- Respond to inquiries from brokers regarding modification to policy files in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Work with brokers to develop new business.
- Develop and maintain excellent broker relationships and management of assigned broker portfolio.
- Provide above average customer service.
What You'll Bring:- 5-10 years of Commercial Auto underwriting experience
- CIP designation (completed or in progress) preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative
- Comfortable working independently and in a hybrid team environment
- Proficient with standard business software; RTM system knowledge is an asset
- Able to manage deadlines and perform well under pressure
What you'll get: - Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
- Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
- We'll support your professional development education.
- Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
- Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion
- Corporate wellness programs to support our employees' physical and mental health
- Hybrid flexible work model
Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.
Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.
