Senior Commercial P&C Underwriter (Remote First)

About Us:
Zensurance is redefining commercial insurance for Canadian businesses.
As a leading InsurTech we make getting the right coverage simple fast and accessible through a digital-first experience. Our platform combines advanced technology with deep industry expertise to deliver tailored insurance solutions that help businesses thrive.
Zensurance has been recognized for its rapid growth and industry impact:
Deloittes Technology Fast 50 ()Deloittes Technology Fast 500 () Top Insurance Employers (2022)
At Zensurance we value ownership collaboration and innovation. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges challenging the status quo and making a real impact in an industry ready for change.
If youre looking to build something meaningful in a fast-growing customer-focused company wed love to hear from you!

Zensurance is seeking a Senior Commercial P&C Underwriter to join our Underwriting Team where we leverage technology to empower our underwriters and deliver exceptional value to our brokers and insurance partners. This role reflects Zensurances values needing a passion and persistence for positive outcomes and excellent customer experiences that help us reach our goals.

Reporting to the Operational Underwriting Team Lead your primary responsibilities will involve evaluating submissions and applications for new and existing policies managing broker referrals and collaborating on diverse initiatives crucial to the overall success of our portfolio. Youll also directly influence the development and competitiveness of our insurance products through your valuable insights on appetite and pricing.

This is a remote-first role within Canada. #LI-Remote

Responsibilities:

• Underwrite and manage a book of business that spans a wide-range of segments including contractors realty hospitality retail professional risks (misc E&O & tech) and MedMal risks (beauticians sports/fitness healthcare).

• Meet SLA premium and bind ratio targets while maintaining a disciplined underwriting approach.

• Manage claim reviews on new and existing policies and provide your recommendation on pricing loss mitigation and overall viability of the account.

• Contribute to operational efficiency ensuring streamlined processes and data-driven decision-making.

• Partner and collaborate with fellow Underwriters Underwriting Specialists and the Leadership Team to help shape the growth and profitability strategy for new and existing programs and appetite including identifying and evaluating new program opportunities developing underwriting guidelines/wordings/extensions and evaluating current market offerings pricing strategies and trends that will help us to meet customer demands and expand our competitiveness in the marketplace.

• Partner with the Insurance Analytics team to review and optimize Zensurances binding authority programs.

• Develop and strengthen relationships with Zensurance brokers acting as a trusted partner in the marketplace.

• Negotiate with carrier markets on terms and conditions that fall outside of our in-house authority.

• Maintain data integrity and adhere to underwriting standards and practices in order to support all underwriting processes minimize risk ensure compliance and help achieve team objectives.

• Potential opportunity to assist with auditing of in-house policies to confirm adherence to underwriting guidelines and authorities.

• Mentor and guide fellow team members sharing your expertise and fostering their professional growth.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 5 years of commercial underwriting experience with a strong background in property & casualty (P&C).

• Experience with Errors & Omissions (E&O) or Medical Malpractice (MedMal) would be considered an asset.

• CIP CRM or FCIP designation is an asset.

• Solid understanding of commercial wordings and pricing strategies.

• Advanced skills with MS Office Suite including Word PowerPoint and Excel.

• Experience with Google Workspace Zoom Slack Salesforce or similar office tools would be considered an asset.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Big picture thinking and solution-oriented mindset.

• Able to communicate professionally and effectively with internal and external stakeholders both verbally and written and build strong relationships.

• Able to effectively collaborate with team members lead in group settings and take ownership of projects as assigned.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion when handling sensitive data.

$80000 - $95000 a year

The salary range for this role is $80000 to $95000 not including the annual discretionary bonus and any additional performance-based incentives.

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the scope complexity and location of the role; the skills education training credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program employees may also be eligible for performance-based case incentive awards.

Benefits & Perks at Zensurance:
At Zensurance we know that when our people thrive so does our business. Thats why we offer a flexible people-first work environment designed to support your well-being growth and success.
Work Your Way
Remote-first setup for added flexibility Home office allowance to create a comfortable workspace Top-tier tech: Office in a box with all necessary tech equipment Half days before public holidays: Enjoy half days before long weekends
Your Health Your Way
Flexible health and dental plans for families including mental health support Health & personal spending accounts to invest in wellness your way Parental leave top-up because family comes first
Investing in Your Growth
Education assistance reimbursement for courses conferences books and memberships Opportunities to learn from industry experts and grow your career
Staying Connected
Weekly Friday huddles to share updates and connect across teams Virtual & in-person team-building events to strengthen our culture
Were building something special. Come be a part of it!
Who We Are:
Business is hard work but insurance doesnt have to be!
We empower business owners with simple tech-driven insurance solutions through our online platform.
Our success is fueled by our team-oriented culture and four core values:
DELIVER We set ambitious goals and achieve them.INCLUDEWe foster an open and safe space for all.INTEGRITYWe do whats right.INVENTWe create straightforward innovative solutions.
AI Tools and Your Interview:
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Just so you know we use an AI scribe to help us take notes and review interviews ensuring a fair and clear process.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Zensurance celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you need support let us know were here to help.
Thank You!
We review every application with care to find the best fit for our team.
While we may take a little time to get back to you due to the high volume of applications we receive know that a real human (not a bot!) is reviewing yours. We appreciate your patience and cant wait to learn more about you!We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 80000 - 95000