Underwriting Manager

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  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeEnvironmental Impairment Liability Underwriting ManagerRole Highlights
  • Location: Canada
  • This brand-new role offers the opportunity to lead and accelerate the growth of QBE’s Environmental Impairment Liability (EIL) portfolio in Canada, leveraging your deep market expertise and broker relationships to build a niche, high‑potential book of business.
The Opportunity:We are excited to introduce a brand‑new opportunity within our growing Environmental Impairment Liability (EIL) portfolio in Canada - a specialised and rapidly expanding product line within QBE Canada. As the EIL book continues to gain momentum, we are seeking a seasoned expert with deep market knowledge and strong broker relationships to help shape, grow, and elevate our presence in this niche space. You will play a pivotal role in developing this portfolio, bringing your experience to build market confidence, drive new business, and establish QBE as a leading partner in the Canadian EIL market. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact from day one.About QBEAt QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.Your New Role:
  • Underwrite insurance risks in alignment with the Business Plan and personal authority to achieve business objectives.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including customers, brokers, and colleagues, to maximize influence and support business goals.
  • Develop strategic relationships in line with the Business Plan to facilitate the achievement of objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with insurance strategy to mitigate risk and achieve business plan targets.
  • Participate actively in shaping and developing strategy, knowledge, and best practices within the team.
  • Promote the department, division, and company brand positively to leverage brand equity effectively.
  • Ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements to meet obligations.
  • Maintain underwriting standards, instructions, and best practices to minimise risk and enhance efficiency.
  • Stay updated on market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to operate effectively.
  • Motivate and develop the team by demonstrating good leadership behaviours and management best practice to support the achievement of business goals.
About you:
  • Significant Casualty underwriting experience, ideally with international exposure, and a strong understanding of Environmental Impairment Liability (EIL) risks.
  • Deep commercial acumen with the ability to assess key profit drivers, make sound underwriting decisions, and contribute to long‑term portfolio growth.
  • Strong market knowledge with established broker relationships and a proven ability to build networks within niche specialty lines.
  • Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex environmental and long‑tail risk portfolios.
  • Skilled negotiator with an innovative approach to underwriting and program design, particularly within emerging or developing product lines.
  • Experience in building or scaling an EIL book of business is preferred but not essential; however, the ability to apply past learnings to support growth in a developing market is key.
BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from.To learn more about benefits of working with us, clickAwards & RecognitionWe value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
  • Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner
  • Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer
  • Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee
To learn more about our achievements, clickApply now and let’s make it happen!If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today.Your career. At the heart of it.Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Coaching for success, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Influencing, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Policy Development, Prioritization, Risk Management, Stakeholder ManagementHow to Apply:To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

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