Commercial Underwriting Supervisor

1 Research Rd, Winnipeg, MB R3T 6E3, Canada

Posted Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM

SCHEDULE: Full-time

REPORTS TO: Commercial Underwriting Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: Commercial Underwriters, Commercial Underwriting Assistants

This position will act as an underwriter, as well as lead a team of underwriters to underwrite all applications for insurance in accordance with company policies and procedures. This position is responsible for the day-to-day management and development of their team, which may include performance management, reviewing individual applications of insurance, evaluating the degree of risk involved and suggesting recommendations or rejection of the applications.

In this position you will be required to provide strong leadership and direction to all members of your team.

• Manage requests for quotes, renewals and endorsements
• Maintain knowledge of underwriting procedures, company rate manuals and other various coverages
• Enter policies and understand policy details by checking the policy on the policy management system
• Assess and accept/decline risk within underwriting guidelines and within your approved binding authority
• Consult and collaborate with stakeholders regarding unique or unusual risks to minimize adverse risk selection and to maintain the quality and profitability of the portfolio, and refer risks outside binding authority
• Collaborate with Account Managers to ensure corporate objectives and broker engagement is purposeful and meaningful
• Assist in building a sales environment within the department and teams
• Own the broker relationship;this includes commitments to broker visits and contact with key broker partners.
• Be a positive advocate and ambassador for Red River Mutual both internally and externally

• Set team goals that reflect the objectives of the department and business model of Red River Mutual
• To motivate, coach and hold accountable staff under your direction in the business.
• Administer timely performance reviews, assessing needs for education, rewards and setting direction.
• Approval of personnel time for your team as required
• Provide technical advice, training, mentoring and coaching to members of your team and brokers
• Manage the assigning of workflows and teams on a day-to-day basis and perform quarterly audits for your team
• Embody and influence the organization to have the following leadership competencies:
  • Team Player/Collaboration
  • Strong Communication Skills/Interpersonal skills
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Respect Diversity
  • Nurtures growth
  • Decision Making/Problem Solving/Critical Thinking
  • Motivate and Inspire People

• Degree in business, or other relevant fields
• CIP designation or working towards and/or equivalent qualification.
• 8-10 years of Insurance related experience; relevant product and industry knowledge
• Proven experience in customer service and managing the customer experience
• Management/leadership experience considered an asset
• Leadership, teamwork and collaboration skills
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Strong problem solving, analytics and decision-making skills
• Shows high flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Customer service orientated
• Integrity with confidential and private personnel and customer information
• High stress tolerance

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

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request any time during the recruitment process. Our Accessible employment policies and practices are available on request and in accessible formats. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats of communication and/or request an alternative method of applying for a position by contacting huma or (toll free).

1 Research Rd, Winnipeg, MB R3T 6E3, Canada