Underwriter - Commercial

Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care.

Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.

• Gather and assess risk information to determine eligibility on risk for all general insurance
• Assist in the development of new programs and maintain current programs
• Communicate with clients regarding new policy issuance, changes, renewals and cancellations
• Advise, interpret, and validate coverage based on policy terms
• Issue policy changes, renewals, and cancellations
• Support internal departments and branches with policy interpretation and technical advice
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to Insurers
• Process policy changes, renewals and cancellations
• Assist with industry market research to ensure premiums and coverage are competitive

• General Insurance Level 2 License required, CIP, or CAIB preferred
• 1 year Underwriting experience an asset
• Professional communication etiquette, both written and verbal
• Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently
• Involvement in industry related associations and your community

• Hours:
  
  37.5 hours/week - term position for 8 months
• Location:
  
  Hybrid if located in Victoria, BC. Remote (with correct licensing) if located outside of Victoria
• Salary range: $60,000 - $75,000
• Requisition: 83150
• Current Vacancy:
  Yes

Western's people-first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.

• 14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks' vacation, company-matching savings programs, and 100% employer-paid group benefits for eligible employees
• Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in  through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.

At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact tal or visit our Careers page.

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (non-AI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.