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Vice President - Senior Underwriter CasualtyAon • Halifax, Halifax County, Canada
Vice President - Senior Underwriter Casualty

Vice President - Senior Underwriter Casualty

Aon • Halifax, Halifax County, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Vice President – Senior Underwriter Casualty – Linx Underwriting Solutions

Linx Underwriting Solutions is an underwriting agency and a wholly owned subsidiary of Aon Canada, specializing in industry- and product‑specific solutions tailored to the Canadian market. We are looking to hire a Senior Underwriter, Casualty, to underwrite a portfolio of commercial casualty, umbrella, and select specialty lines, delivering innovative and effective solutions to brokers and clients. Candidates can be located in Calgary, Toronto or Halifax.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.

What the day will look like

  • Deliver profitable performance of the Casualty portfolio
  • Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business within delegated authority
  • Select risks, negotiate coverage and pricing, and close deals
  • Proactively identify and pursue renewal and new business opportunities
  • Apply underwriting guidelines, pricing models, and risk appetite to ensure consistent, profitable underwriting
  • Represent Linx with brokers and clients; build and maintain strong market relationships
  • Monitor and respond to emerging risks (e.g., cyber, climate‑related, social inflation) and support product innovation
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and audit standards
  • Develop customer‑focused renewal strategies aligned with company financial goals
  • Collaborate with team members and contribute to an inclusive, high‑performance work environment
  • Perform other related duties as required

How this opportunity is different

We write a diverse book of business covering a wide range of clients including real estate, retail, manufacturing, wholesale, forestry, public entities, and Indigenous services. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong portfolio management capabilities, excellent listening skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both brokers and our insurance partners to drive an aligned strategy and profitably grow our business.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

  • Minimum 5 years of casualty underwriting experience
  • Strong knowledge of casualty lines, market trends, and the Canadian regulatory environment
  • Shown ability to lead a portfolio and deliver profitable growth
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Strategic, analytical, and commercially minded
  • Experience in an MGA or referral‑based underwriting environment is an asset
  • College Diploma/University degree or equivalent experience; professional designations (e.g., CIP, FCIP, CPCU) preferred
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team
  • Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

How we support our colleagues

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance. All colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year. Aon offers a variety of working style solutions. Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share, and grow.

Equal employment opportunity statement

Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

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