Underwriting Manager

Goderich, Ontario

Director of Operations

Full-Time

At West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Company, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional insurance solutions and personalized service to our policyholders and broker and agent partners. As a Mutual insurance company, we are committed to protecting our communities while maintaining the financial strength and stability our members depend on.

We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Underwriting Manager to lead our underwriting operations and contribute to the continued growth and profitability of our organization.

The Underwriting Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, development, and performance of the underwriting department. This role requires underwriting expertise, oversees underwriting authority and guidelines, supports broker and agent relationships, and ensures profitable growth across personal, farm and commercial lines.

The successful candidate will balance sound underwriting discipline with a customer-focused approach while supporting strategic company initiatives and fostering a positive team culture.

• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance management to underwriting staff.
• Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment.
• Support employee development through training and succession planning.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Oversee and monitor underwriting activities to ensure consistency with company guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain underwriting standards that support portfolio profitability and sustainable growth.
• Analyze underwriting results and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Assist with reinsurance submissions and underwriting audits as required.
• Contribute to strategic planning and corporate initiatives.
• Support product development and underwriting innovation.
• Participate on internal committees and special projects.
• Act as a key member of the management team.

• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive underwriting experience in the property and casualty insurance industry.
• Demonstrated leadership or management experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of personal, farm and commercial insurance products.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and risk assessment skills.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong broker relationships.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with insurance management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• CIP Designation or working toward it

• Competitive compensation package ranging from $85,000 to $130,000
• Comprehensive benefits program.
• Pension plan.
• Professional development support

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable accessibility legislation.