Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care. Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.
Commercial Lines Underwriter - 8 month term Here Is What a Typical Day Looks Like Gather and assess risk information to determine eligibility on risk for all general insurance
Assist in the development of new programs and maintain current programs
Communicate with clients regarding new policy issuance, changes, renewals and cancellations
Advise, interpret, and validate coverage based on policy terms
Issue policy changes, renewals, and cancellations
Support internal departments and branches with policy interpretation and technical advice
Prepare and submit monthly reports to Insurers
Process policy changes, renewals and cancellations
Assist with industry market research to ensure premiums and coverage are competitive
The value you bring General Insurance Level 2 License required, CIP, or CAIB preferred
1 year Underwriting experience an asset
Professional communication etiquette, both written and verbal
Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently
Involvement in industry related associations and your community
Role Details Hours: 37.5 hours/week - term position for 8 months
Location: Hybrid if located in Victoria, BC. Remote (with correct licensing)



if located outside of Victoria
Salary range: $60,000 - $75,000
Requisition: 83150
Current Vacancy: Yes
Why Western? Western's people-first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.
Highlights Include 14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks' vacation, company-matching savings programs, and 100% employer-paid group benefits for eligible employees
Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in 2024-2025 through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.
Our Commitment to Inclusion At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal prospect employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [email protected] or visit our Careers page.
Our Human-First Hiring Approach We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (non-AI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.

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📌 Underwriter - Commercial (British Columbia)
🏢 Western Financial Group
📍 British Columbia