Experience Aviva Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence. At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We're proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We're not just about insurance; we're about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.The OpportunityAviva Canada has an excellent opportunity within our Aviva Business unit. Our Atlantic Branch is seeking a Commercial Lines Automobile Underwriter. This role supports a portfolio of small business commercial auto accounts and is ideal for someone early in their insurance career who is eager to build technical underwriting expertise, develop strong broker relationships, and deliver customer service excellence within a team-oriented, hybrid team environment.What you'll doAssess and evaluate risk for new and/or renewal commercial automobile business within assigned authorityApply corporate underwriting standards, guidelines, and procedures to policy filesAnalyze underwriting information to determine appropriate exposure, pricing, and termsUtilize loss control and risk management practices in underwriting decisionsRespond promptly and professionally to broker inquiries and requests for policy changesSupport renewal activities to help retain profitable businessAssist with new business quoting and workflow prioritizationDevelop and maintain effective working relationships with broker partnersMaintain awareness of market trends, pricing levels,
and policy form updatesDeliver above average customer service while meeting service standards and deadlinesWhat you'll bring1–3 years of experience in the insurance industry; exposure to commercial auto underwriting is an assetPost‐secondary education or equivalent experienceStrong written and verbal communication skillsSolid organizational and administrative capabilitiesHigh attention to detail with strong prioritization skillsStrong computer proficiency: experience with underwriting systems is an assetHighly motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to learnAbility to work independently while contributing to a team oriented environmentAbility to meet deadlines and perform effectively in a fast paced settingWhat makes you stand outCIP designation completed or currently in progress.What you'll getCompelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunitiesHybrid flexible work modelOutstanding career development opportunitiesWe'll support your professional development educationCompetitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per yearEmployee‐driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusionCorporate wellness programs to support our employees' physical and mental healthPlease note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally. Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.We help our 19.5 million customers to save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight. So, we're passionate about helping our 23,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers.
📌 Auto Commercial Underwriter (Ottawa)
🏢 Aviva
📍 Ottawa