Bilingual Senior Underwriter

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Partner Re is a leading, privately owned, multi-line global reinsurer with a reputation of financial stability and strength, and a commitment to rebuilding businesses and communities after risk events around the world.

Our mission is to continue to be a financially stable and predictable business partner, supporting our clients with solutions tailored to their needs, delivering superior returns to our owner, providing rewarding opportunities for our people and making a positive contribution to society. To achieve this, we live by our values of Integrity, Performance, Collaboration, Straightforward Communication and Respect and Care.

Core to The Partner Re Experience is our global nature. No matter where you sit in the company, you are part of something bigger. Our teams represent our truly international mindset, forging connections across office locations and all levels of the organization and building a network of mutual success. The result is a day-to-day experience that will allow you to:

We are always looking for bright, proactive individuals to join our team!

Partner Re is an equal opportunities employer.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base salary range for this position, when hired into our Toronto location, is CAD $102,532 – $125,317
per year. For positions based in other jurisdictions, compensation will be determined in alignment with local regulations, market benchmarks, and internal compensation frameworks.

The above range reflects the typical base salary range for candidates hired into this position. The actual salary will vary depending on a number of factors, including job location, experience, qualifications, education/training, skills, market conditions, and alignment with the role’s requirements.

In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in our annual incentive program, payment under which is at the discretion of Partner Re and subject to individual and company performance. Eligible employees also have the opportunity to participate in an array of benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, a health spending account, a defined contribution pension plan, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, etc.

Working Arrangement

Partner Re operates with a hybrid work approach that balances in‑office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. Our employees are required to be in the office 3 days a week. Our goal is to create an environment where employees can connect, innovate, and perform at their best.

This position is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Partner Re is committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment experience. Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

About the role:

• Perform underwriting and risk assessment for multiple lines of business
• Maintain a high level of communication, contact and support with management
• Accountable for thorough communication and/or explanation of all underwriting decisions
• Ensure Partner Re's competitiveness with peers in industry, while ensuring compliance with established protocols and control standards
• Contribute to the ongoing refinement and development of underwriting guidelines, policies and procedures
• Ensure departmental compliance with established quality and service level agreements
• Participation on internal land external audits as required

• Fluent in French and English
• Post‑secondary education, preferably in math, science or business
• Holds an industry designation or is working towards its completion (for example FALU)
• 5+ years practical experience working in progressive underwriting roles

About you:

• Strong understanding of the financial impact of underwriting decisions
• Solid analytical skills
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to problem solve and manage time efficiently
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and to make decisions
• Willing to engage in continuous learning
• Knowledge of established underwriting principles and techniques and demonstrated ability to reason and apply theory

Partner Re provides a working environment in which diversity is valued, where all employees feel welcome, respected, and empowered to perform at their best. We invite you to learn more about D&I at Partner Re.