Underwriter, Commercial Lines

BrokerLink • Toronto, ON

2d • CA$59,300 - CA$72,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

BrokerLink is seeking an Underwriter, Commercial Lines, to join their growing team. This role involves supporting the underwriting of a commercial business portfolio within established guidelines, evaluating and pricing risks, and handling new business, renewals, and endorsements. The position also includes client management activities, building relationships with stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and utilizing internal systems. The role offers opportunities for training and development, participation in process improvements, and contributing to a collaborative team environment. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of commercial brokering, underwriting, or insurance experience
• RIBO license required
• Strong interest in developing a career in commercial underwriting
• Good relationship-building skills with clients, insurers, and team members
• Ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset

Responsibilities

• Support the underwriting of a portfolio of commercial business within established program guidelines and authority limits
• Evaluate and price risks with guidance, applying consistent underwriting practices to support profitable growth
• Quote and bind new business, renewals, and endorsements with a focus on scalability and operational efficiency
• Support client management activities by responding to inquiries, addressing basic issues, and ensuring a high level of service
• Build and maintain positive relationships with insurers, clients, and internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal teams to support program performance and operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, program rules, and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to process improvements and program enhancements where appropriate
• Utilize internal systems for policy inquiries, electronic filing, underwriting, and rating transactions
• Participate in training and development to build underwriting knowledge and expertise
• Contribute as a strong team player, supporting team initiatives and fostering a collaborative environment
• Opportunity to participate in occasional travel

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing
• Wellness account
• Share plan & other savings
• Incentive plan
• Annual bonus: 7.5% target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to 200%
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with BrokerLink matching a portion of your contributions
• Group RRSP, with company matching DPSP offerings

What This Job Offers

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