Intermediate Commercial Lines Underwriter

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Aviva Canada Inc. has an excellent opportunity in our Small Medium and Enterprise (SME) commercial insurance business unit. Our Calgary branch is seeking a Commercial Lines P&C Underwriter in an Intermediate level. This role is accountable for driving profitable growth through high-quality underwriting, with a focus on middle market and large commercial accounts across select industry segments. These accounts typically fall within the annual premium range of $25K to $250K.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with internal partners to identify new business opportunities and deliver superior technical expertise to brokers and customers - ensuring risks are priced appropriately. You will also play a key role in mentoring and guiding junior underwriters. We're looking for insightful, business-minded professionals who are passionate about service excellence and committed to driving profitable growth.

• 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.
• 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.

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally.

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