Senior Underwriter - Commercial Lines, Ontario

Wawanesa Insurance•Kitchener, ON

11d•CA$80,000 - CA$100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Working under minimal supervision, the Senior, Underwriter, Commercial Lines is responsible for analyzing the acceptability of complex and high premium volume business according to company guidelines by working collaboratively with our sales force and providing value added expertise and service to both potential and existing policyholders. The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company, founded in 1896, is one of Canada's largest mutual insurers, 100% owned by its members, with more than $4.1 billion in annual revenue and $12.5 billion in assets. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Wawanesa is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance solutions throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, a leading national distributor of personal and business insurance. In March of 2026, Wawanesa entered into an agreement to acquire Everest Insurance Company of Canada to strengthen its commercial insurance capabilities and advance its long-term growth strategy. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.8 million members and we are home to more than 3,000 employees across Canada. The company actively gives back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $4 million annually to charitable organizations, including more than $2 million each year in support of people on the front lines of climate change. We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.

Requirements

Five years Property and Casualty industry experience.
Post-secondary education or related business experience.
Completed or actively pursuing a Property and Casualty Industry Designation.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to review information carefully and comprehensively.
Excellent decision making skills with the ability to provide justification.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information in a convincing manner.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to identify and implement solutions.
Adapts to change and performs effectively under pressure.
Ability to multi-task and monitor progress to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Perform risk analysis using technology as well as external data sources for the purposes of quoting, negotiating and authorizing the acceptance of risk.
Arrange reinsurance or subscribing companies where appropriate.
Determine eligibility for policy renewals based on guidelines and retention goals of the company.
Maintain accurate records of decisions made and maintain completeness of policy data.
Communicate decisions, and respond to requests in a prompt and professional manner.
Act as a subject matter expert for insurance policies, processes, regulations and audit.
Mentor and train less experienced team members.
Participate in periodic work reviews for quality assurance purposes.
Support the development and implementation of business change.
Ensure efficient handling of work assignments, including calls.
Influence team members in a positive manner, and provide short term direction effectively working towards team goals.
Foster positive working relationships with internal and external parties, including networking at industry events.
Perform other duties as assigned.