Vice President, Commercial Insurance - Business Unit Leader
Job in
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
Cowan Insurance Group
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
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Insurance
Risk Manager/Analyst
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Management
Risk Manager/Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Cowan Insurance Group is looking for a Vice President, Commercial Insurance, Business Unit Leader to join our Commercial Insurance team! This role is reporting to the President of Cowan Insurance Group Ltd., the Vice President will be accountable for leading a commercial insurance business unit and in particular the oversight and guidance of a team of commercial account executives (CAE’s) specializing in the commercial property and casualty (P&C) insurance sector.
What you will do:
Provide leadership to several direct line reports consisting primarily of CAE’sCreating an engaging and motivational work environment that fosters career development and teamworkManaging and achieving established financial objectivesDeveloping annual business plans in collaboration with the President and other members of the senior leadership teamMaintain senior contact relationships with clientsWorking with CAE’s and product specialists in promoting and delivering strong client retention strategiesBe accountable for and work in partnership with Commercial Insurance Operations leaders to ensure quality and consistency of client service deliveries are achievedDrive growth by developing new and expanding businesses opportunities with CAE’s or through your individual networks and initiatives including cross selling and referralsCollaborate with the Marketing & Sales operational team to help achieve growth objectivesConduct regular individual meetings with CAE’s to help facilitate growth, provide coaching, motivate and guide successMaintaining strong relationship with insurance carriers to facilitate appropriate risk transfer or retention strategies for clientsOversight of claims management and loss prevention servicesCoordination and delivery of specialty product resourcesRecruit and onboard new team members at all levels for the Commercial Insurance Business unitResponsible for client satisfaction surveys, developing action plans to enhance overall client satisfactionEstablish and foster collaborative relationships with Cowan’s corporate team members to ensure consistency in values and adherence to established standards and practicesWork closely with team members across all offices, primarily in Cambridge, Brantford, Hamilton, Paris and WoodstockWhat you will bring?
Minimum of 5 years proven Commercial Insurance management experience, with broad scope of expertise in commercial servicing and salesBusiness minded with a passion for technical excellenceCAIB or CIP designation (or working towards designation) would be an assetRegistered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) License is required or willing to obtainPost-Secondary Education is preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience consideredFinancial analysis skills an assetResult driven with a strong desire to win and build successful teamsPassion for networking within the community and industry association eventsStrong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills, written and oralHigh level of self-motivation, with the ability to perform effectively, with minimal supervisionProven proficiency in management and client management skillsHigh level of integrity, respect, client focused, ability to collaborate and take accountabilityWho we are
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Proudly independent and Canadian-owned, Cowan Insurance Group has been a true market leader in the insurance industry since 1927. With an extensive range of product offerings and integrated commercial and personal insurance, group benefits, and wealth management solutions, we provide our clients with outstanding customized, comprehensive insurance and risk management professional advice and placement.
Recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Cultures and a Canada's Best Managed Companies Platinum Club Member, Cowan Insurance Group's award-winning client-centric approach emphasizes innovation, excellence, and collaboration. Join our team as we prepare for our centennial celebration in 2027!
What sets us apart?
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