Senior Commercial Underwriter

Gallagher

  • Markham, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Job Description:Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.
OverviewReporting to our AVP, Construction & Commercial Underwriting, the Sr. Commercial Underwriter will be driving the growth and development of the company's niche portfolio, owning the full underwriting process end-to-end including; managing the underwriting process for new clientele, overseeing compliance to binding authority framework and management reporting. The role will be responsible for underwriting strategy for these lines of business. The role will also be responsible for the selection of markets to support a Lloyd’s Binder, open market options and domestic market options.
How you'll make an impact
  • Review and develop sound underwriting standards and manage underwriting process for the construction speciality lines of business
  • Implement and manage strategic underwriting decisions
  • Ensure underwriting results by enhancing overall profitability, growth and retention of business
  • Drive underwriting strategy for the specialty lines of business based on sound analysis of financial trends, territorial needs and marketplace dynamics
  • Working closely with the team to provide clarity to our Broker channel on underwriting risk appetite through in person visits and the development of sales and marketing materials
  • Set appropriate pricing for all products and risk classes to ensure that Excess is meeting its stated strategy of underwriting to a profit across all product lines
  • Set optimal product strategies to maximize cross selling opportunities
  • Work closely with the team to design solutions and products that meet the needs of our Brokers and create a unique value proposition for Excess
  • Ensure that the activities of underwriting are undertaken in strict compliance with our Syndicate and Domestic Market contractual obligations.
  • Working in conjunction with the operations team to identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency in Excess’ underwriting operations.
What Makes You Successful
  • Your entrepreneurial approach enables you to think beyond your immediate priorities - ensuring every step taken is in the direction of long-term business growth.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills enable you to develop deep relationships with clients and build synergy with colleagues quickly. People love working with you, and you with them!
  • Being in a fast-paced, dynamic environment brings out the best in you. You’re always able to prioritize effectively which allows you to exceed client expectations every time!
  • Always maintaining a keen eye for detail comes easy and is key part of what has made you successful as an Underwriter in the past.
  • Highly tech-savvy, with the ability to learn new systems, tools and processes with ease
About you
  • 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience
  • College or University Degree or commensurate experience required.
  • Insurance Designations an asset (CAIB, CRM etc.) with a strong preference for the CIP.
  • Positive attitude, enthusiasm and drive
  • Strong written and oral presentation skills
  • Competency MS office suite of software
  • Strong, established market relationships
  • Ability to manage change effectively

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