Senior Underwriter, Commercial Property

AXIS (AXIS Capital)•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$150,000 - CA$170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations. AXIS is looking for an ambitious and entrepreneurial Senior Underwriter, Commercial Property to drive our entry into the Canadian Commercial Property Insurance Market. This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative team and play a meaningful role in building a profitable, sustainable book of business. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions, develop broker relationships, influence underwriting strategy, and contribute directly to the growth of a key business segment. If you're energized by trading, relationship building, and creating solutions for complex property risks, we'd like to hear from you.

Requirements

3+ years of Commercial Property underwriting experience.
Strong technical underwriting and risk assessment capabilities.
Established broker relationships and proven business development skills.
Demonstrated success managing and growing a profitable book of business.
Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and create.

Nice To Haves

CIP, FCIP, CRM, or equivalent qualifications are an asset.
Multinational Property underwriting experience is a plus.
Bilingual (French and English) abilities would be an asset

Responsibilities

Build and grow a profitable portfolio of Commercial Property business.
Develop strong relationships with brokers and clients across Canada.
Identify, pursue, and win new business opportunities.
Underwrite new and renewal business, applying sound judgment and disciplined pricing.
Structure coverage solutions, limits, retentions, and terms for complex risks.
Partner with Risk Engineering, Claims, and Distribution teams to deliver exceptional broker and client experiences.
Champion AXIS' underwriting appetite in the marketplace and strengthen our brand presence.
Contribute to portfolio strategy, underwriting guidelines, and profitable growth initiatives.
Travel periodically to support broker engagement and business development.