Senior Underwriter, Specialty Lines

Intact FC • Mississauga, ON

47d • Hybrid

About The Position

A career in Underwriting within Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions is an opportunity to develop expertise and deliver innovative solutions across a broad range of insurance products in a wide variety of industry segments from construction to farm and transportation. Be part of a Specialty Solutions leader with a book of business that can access more than 150+ territories and seize the chance to make a global impact as Intact continues to grow beyond $24 billion of total annual premiums. We are seeking Senior Specialty Solutions Underwriters to elevate impact within a dynamic, growth-focused team—bringing innovative perspectives, advancing expertise, and strengthening Intact’s network of Speciality Solution professionals. These permanent, full-time hybrid roles are open across all offices nationally in Canada.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience in Specialty Lines underwriting including but not limited to Corporate, Financial, Construction, Technology and Entertainment, Liability, Energy, Property, Agriculture, Transportation and/or Business Development.
• Solutions-oriented with proven analytical approach, sound judgment, and effective complex risk management driving profitable growth.
• Builds professional, long-term relationships with brokers, customers, and internal partners.
• Proactive communicator who identifies needs and negotiates tailored broker solutions.
• Managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines while maintaining quality under pressure.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, respects diverse perspectives, and collaborates cross-functionally as an effective team contributor.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Accept, reject, endorse, renew or cancel policies following Intact underwriting guidelines and procedures, applicable laws and regulations and subject to authority level as specified by underwriting manager.
• Develop business opportunities and long-term meaningful relationships with our broker partners by providing legendary service.
• Use negotiating skills to maintain healthy relationships within and outside the company.
• Answer inquiries and make recommendations to brokers and underwriters through verbal and written correspondence.
• Participate in broker visits, industry functions and marketing events in support of broker relationship development.
• Review underwriting reports and make recommendations as required.
• Communicate changes related to product pricing, underwriting guidelines and new products.
• Support and mentor team members within Specialty Solutions as well as other divisions at Intact.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more
• Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)
• Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 12%
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.
• Opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed