Senior Underwriter, Professional Liability - Errors & Omissions

Liberty Mutual Canada•Toronto, ON

7d•$99,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary focus of this role is underwriting and managing an assigned portfolio of renewal accounts while driving profitable growth across the Ontario region. The successful candidate will work closely with brokers to expand Liberty Mutual Canada’s presence across multiple Financial and Professional Services (FPS) product lines - focusing primarily on Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions). This role requires advanced underwriting expertise, strong broker relationships, and a solutions-oriented mindset to deliver consistent, profitable results.

Requirements

University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
5 – 7 years of relevant underwriting experience within Financial & Professional Services lines
Advanced knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices & procedures across FPS products
Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial statements
Proven ability to profitably grow and retain a complex specialty portfolio
Self-starter with strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Excellent business, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
Established market presence with strong broker relationships and demonstrated success in developing new business opportunities
Excellent organizational and time management skills - ability to prioritize competing demands
Comfortable with critical thinking and a growth mindset, demonstrating respect for diverse perspectives and inclusive decision-making
Ability to manage change effectively and adapt to evolving market conditions and systems.

Nice To Haves

Relevant insurance designations and continued education are considered an asset

Responsibilities

Accountable for the solicitation, underwriting, and execution of a large and complex portfolio of Professional Liability (E&O) business including Architects & Engineers E&O, Contractors Professional Liability, and Miscellaneous E&O
Review, negotiate, and execute policy terms and conditions, including manuscript wordings, where appropriate
Achieve rate, retention, and growth targets through disciplined underwriting and strong portfolio management
Demonstrate elite underwriting by applying market expertise, innovative problem-solving, accurate file documentation, and adherence to underwriting protocols and product strategies
Proactively engage in marketing activities with brokers including external presentations and participating in industry events
Work closely with brokers, clients, management, and product leaders to ensure consistency, alignment, and execution excellence
Build, maintain, and expand broker and client relationships through regular marketing activity, active prospecting, and development of a strong pipeline of new business
Take a leadership role in managing internal and external meetings with professionalism, clarity, and mutual accountability for results
Collaborate across LMC’s business units to leverage multi-line and cross-sell opportunities
Recommend and execute innovative solutions to improve renewal efficiency and enhance ease of doing business for brokers and clients
Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized underwriting files in compliance with audit, governance, and underwriting best practices
Participate in continuous learning and professional development through industry events, seminars, courses, and internal knowledge sharing
Perform related duties, including reporting, presentations, and special projects, as required to support overall product line success.