Job title: Commercial Auto Underwriter

Company: Aviva

Job description: Aviva Canada Inc. has an excellent opportunity in our Small Medium and Enterprise (SME) commercial insurance business unit. Our Ontario Small Business branch is seeking a Commercial Lines Auto Underwriters in Junior and Intermediate roles. In this position, you will service a substantial portfolio of commercial auto business requiring a demonstrated underwriting ability and a commitment to customer service excellence. You will be involved in the underwriting of small business Individually Rated Commercial Auto (IRCA) accounts.

This is a hybrid role open to anyone in Ontario. The selected applicant will be expected to work from one of our Aviva Ontario offices in either London, Oakville, Markham, Toronto or Ottawa on a regular basis.

What You’ll Do:

• Assess and evaluate risk for new and existing business (IRCA)
• Assist more junior underwriters with applying corporate underwriting standards and share knowledge and skills with others in the branch (Intermediate); share knowledge and skills with others in the branch (Junior)
• Analyze reports to determine adequate exposure and loss rating
• Maintain awareness of market trends, pricing levels and policy form amendments
• Negotiate renewal terms for the retention of business
• Utilize loss control and risk management practices in the underwriting process.
• Respond to inquiries from brokers regarding modification to policy files in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Work with brokers to develop new business.
• Develop and maintain excellent broker relationships and management of assigned broker portfolio
• Provide above average customer service

What You’ll Bring:

• 3-5 years of commercial Auto underwriting experience (Intermediate)
• 1-3 years of experience working in the insurance industry (Junior)
• CIP is preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and administration skills
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good computer skills
• Ability to meet challenging deadlines and perform effectively under pressure
• Knowledge of RTM system is an asset

What You’ll Get:

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

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

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.

Expected salary:

Location: Markham, ON

Job date: Sat, 05 Aug 2023 02:34:41 GMT