Intermediate Commercial Lines Underwriter

Aviva Canada Inc. has an exciting opportunity in our Small Medium and Enterprise (SME) commercial insurance business unit. Our Calgary branch is seeking a Commercial Lines P&C Underwriter at an intermediate level.

• Underwrite new and renewal Core & Mid‑Market P&C accounts within delegated authority, ensuring profitable growth.
• Assess moderate to moderately complex risks and recommend terms, conditions, and pricing.
• Prepare referrals for risks outside authority with clear recommendations.
• Build and maintain broker relationships; participate in broker/insured meetings to support new business and renewals.
• Monitor market conditions and apply underwriting guidelines consistently.
• Maintain accurate documentation, portfolio quality, and compliance.
• Support junior staff through basic coaching when needed.

• 3+ years of P&C underwriting experience; CIP preferred or in progress.
• Strong understanding of underwriting fundamentals, pricing, and policy wording.
• Proficiency with underwriting systems, rating tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage workload independently and apply underwriting guidelines consistently.

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Hybrid flexible work model.
• Outstanding career development opportunities.
• 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, as well as corporate wellness programs.

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.

This is a new position which has been posted internally & externall.