Job Description
Assistant Vice President, Property, National Accounts
Based in Toronto - hybrid
Work for a Global Insurance Leader
Our client is currently looking for an Assistant Vice President Property Underwriter, Central Region to underwrite new and renewal business.
Reporting to the Vice President, Central Property underwriting manager, the candidate will analyze and underwrite a portfolio of business (new and renewal), under limited direction, utilizing the company's way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on highly complex assignments, ensuring a high level of service to customers.
This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.
Responsibilities:
- Working under minimal direction, underwrite and analyze new and renewal business within delegated underwriting authority.
- Manage an assigned portfolio of accounts.
- Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and clients.
- Provide technical guidance, assistance, and training to new underwriters.
- Qualify accounts to meet within the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
- Cross-Sell other lines of business to increase product density.
- Business Travel as required.
Experience & Qualifications
• Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience working in a team environment
7 or more years of large property underwriting experience.
Analytical mindset and inquisitive.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-starter and proactive attitude.
Experience in understanding property wordings and terminology.
Experience reviewing engineering reports.
Experience working with rating engines and Nat Cat modelling.
Insurance Industry specific education (F/CIP, CRM, RPLU etc) is an asset.
DGA Careers has been proudly serving the Canadian insurance industry for over 35 years, specializing in providing insurance recruiting services to major insurers, insurance brokerage firms and independent adjusting firms. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, and Calgary, DGA Careers is well positioned to conduct searches with a national scope. Our unrivalled professional network across Canada provides us with the ability to reach vital key influencers and passive candidates nationally.
Interested candidates please contact Antonella Leone at 647-624-9609 or forward your resume in confidence to antonella