Jr. P & C Underwriter

Job description

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.

Aviva Canada Inc. has an excellent opportunity in  Aviva Business.  Ontario National Commercial Insurance Branch has an opportunity for a Junior Underwriter (Property and Casualty).

Overall the accountability in this role is to drive profitable growth through quality underwriting with Medium Enterprise commercial Business with a focus on Renewals, Endorsements and New Business. These are medium-sized accounts in in varying segments, which typically have an annual premium under $25,000 and revenues under $200M from a customer profile perspective.

As a Junior Underwriter, you are accountable to collaborate with internal partners and brokers to identify new business opportunities, service our existing book and to provide superior technical expertise to brokers and customers to provide the right solution. We are interested in speaking with insightful business minded underwriters who are passionate about service and driving profitable growth.

What You'll Do:

Are you passionate about the successful evaluation, selection, and negotiation of business?

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You will work with brokers to negotiate terms and pricing for new business opportunities and renewal policies in order to insure a profitable book of business within an established underwriting authority

Do you love to build and maintain awareness?

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You will seek to learn and educate on market trends, pricing levels, and policy offerings in the region you service.

How do you respond to inquiries?

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You communicate diligently and professionally with our broker partners to drive the end customer experience and create a meaningful partnership within the portfolio

Do you take calculated risks?

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You are highly skilled in critical thinking and exposure analysis, and use loss control and risk management resources and methodologies as part of your standard process.

What You'll Bring:

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2+ years’ experience in commercial insurance underwriting, in Property and Casualty line,

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Proven ability to work reciprocally and collaboratively with Auto line and other underwriters

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Validated sales competence, marketing, communication, and negotiation skills

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Highly motivated and enthusiastic

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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

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Proficient multi-tasker, with demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work while meeting service expectations and other deadlines

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Post-secondary education (Business or related Subject area) and willing to work towards CIP designation

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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, RTM, Commercial systems and other related systems.

What you’ll get:

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

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Outstanding Career Development opportunities.

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We’ll support your professional development education.

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Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year

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Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion

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Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

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Hybrid flexible work model

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.