Job Summary

We are recruiting for a Commercial Underwriter for a direct hire opportunity in downtown Hamilton, ON. This hybrid role is ideal for an insurance professional with commercial automobile underwriting experience who enjoys analytical decision-making, broker relationship management, and working with complex transportation risks.

This opportunity offers a stable permanent position with a supportive team environment, strong leadership, and a focus on professional growth. The organization supports continuing education, provides a competitive compensation package, and offers the chance to build expertise in commercial auto, trucking, fleet, and cross-border underwriting. This is a strong fit for someone who values teamwork, technical excellence, career development, and a balanced Monday to Friday schedule.

Key Responsibilities

- Analyze, underwrite, and price current and renewal commercial insurance business in accordance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Make sound underwriting decisions on complex accounts, providing recommendations that support profitability and risk selection.




- Review commercial automobile and trucking risks, including fleet, long-haul, and cross-border exposures where applicable.
- Support less experienced underwriters and provide direction to underwriting assistants on coding, policy issuance, filings, endorsements, and related activities.
- Build and maintain relationships with brokers, clients, and prospects while providing product and service support.
- Participate in special projects and assignments requiring advanced underwriting knowledge, analytical skill, and collaboration across functional teams.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $65,000 to $80,000 per year.
- Job type: Direct hire, permanent position.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Work arrangement: Hybrid position with 3 days per week in office.
- Location: Downtown Hamilton, ON.
- Excellent benefits and vacation package.
- RRSP matching program.
- Annual bonus.
- Continuing education support.

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