Commercial Underwriter P&C

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The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity within our Small Medium and Enterprise (SME) Commercial Insurance business unit. Our Vancouver Commercial Insurance Branch is currently seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter Property and Casualty.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic, collaborative business unit while growing a profitable portfolio and strengthening long‑term broker relationships. You will service a portfolio of commercial insurance business requiring a proven underwriting ability and a dedication to customer service perfection.

If you’re a curious, relationship‑driven underwriter who thrives on thoughtful risk assessment, strategic negotiation, and delivering exceptional service — we’d love to connect.

What you’ll do

Champion strong broker relationships

• Manage and grow your assigned broker portfolio through daily engagement, clear communication, and trusted guidance.

• Negotiate pricing and terms for new business and renewals to support a profitable, well‑managed book within your underwriting authority.

Apply strong technical underwriting judgment

• Underwrite Property & Casualty commercial accounts with a balanced approach to risk selection, pricing, and coverage analysis.

• Utilize risk management and loss control practices to support high‑quality underwriting decisions.

Stay ahead of market trends

• Educate brokers on regional market conditions, pricing movements, appetite shifts, and product offerings.

• Bring insights and recommendations that elevate our presence in the commercial marketplace.

Deliver exceptional service

• Respond to broker inquiries with urgency, clarity, and professionalism, ensuring a best‑in‑class customer experience.

• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the branch to drive collective success.

What you'll bring

• 3–5+ years of experience in Commercial Lines underwriting or underwriting support — ideally with P&C technical knowledge.

• Strong sales, negotiation, communication, and marketing skills.

• A proactive, enthusiastic approach with a demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• Post‑secondary education in Business or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• CIP designation (or willingness to complete it within a reasonable timeframe).

What you’ll get

• The salary band for this position ranges from $60,000 to $80,000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

• Hybrid flexible work model .

• 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.

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally.

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