Job DescriptionWe’re searching for aSenior Underwriter, Commercial. Are you searching for current possibilities?Westland Insurance Group Ltd. is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced commercial underwriting professional to join our team as a Senior Underwriter, Commercial. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving profitable growth by underwriting new and renewal commercial property and casualty business across Canada, including moderately complex risks and VIP clients. You’ll deliver exceptional service to broker partners while helping maintain a strong and sustainable portfolio. This is ahybridposition based out of ourSurrey, BChead office, however we are open to consider candidates based outside of our current office locations.Reporting to the Senior Manager, Commercial Underwriting, you will play a key role in evaluating and pricing commercial risks, supporting broker relationships, and contributing to underwriting excellence across the organization. As a senior member of the team, you will provide technical expertise, mentorship, and guidance to fellow underwriters while helping shape underwriting practices and initiatives.Expected Compensation:The expected hiring range for this role is $76,000 to $95,000 based on a 35-hour workweek. Actual offered salary will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as market conditions for the role,



and internal equity.Westland also offers a competitive annual short-term incentive program that enables employees to share in the rewards of the business and emphasizes the measures that are key to our success.Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training/development courses leading to certification, and programs that offer professional development, including seminars and conferences.BenefitsAn open, flexible and welcoming workplacePlenty of opportunities to grow and learnAutonomy to drive your own successBe part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgroundsA total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental healthFlexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to youPaid Volunteer Days for employees as part of Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clientsQualifications5+ years of commercial underwriting experience, including complex commercial property and casualty risks, with post-secondary education preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experienceCIP designation completed or in progress; FCIP, CRM, or CAIB designations are considered assetsAdvanced knowledge of commercial property and casualty insurance products, coverage structures, underwriting principles, and risk management practicesStrong analytical, decision-making, negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills,



with the ability to assess complex risks and deliver exceptional client serviceHighly organized and self-motivated, with experience mentoring or supporting underwriters and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentResponsibilitiesUnderwrite new and renewal commercial property and casualty business across Canada, evaluating and pricing risks in accordance with underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and profitability objectivesCollaborate with broker partners to quote, negotiate, and structure coverage solutions for new and renewal business, including moderately complex and VIP risksBuild and maintain strong broker relationships while delivering timely, responsive service and supporting business growth, retention, and client satisfactionAnalyze risk information to determine acceptability, coverage structure, and pricing, applying sound risk management, loss control principles, and regulatory compliance requirementsProvide technical guidance, mentorship, and referral support to underwriters while contributing to underwriting strategy, portfolio performance, process improvements, and departmental initiativesEqual Opportunity EmploymentWestland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email [email protected] .#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Underwriter, Commercial - C$76,000 - C$95,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Westland Insurance Group
📍 Winnipeg