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Underwriter, Management Liability

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The Opportunity

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

If you have experience in insurance, underwriting, accounting, banking, risk management, or financial services and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Zurich Canada is currently looking for an Underwriter, Management Liability to join our Financial Lines team in Toronto.

Reporting to the Manager, Management Liability, you will be responsible for analyzing and underwriting new and renewal Management Liability business while building and maintaining strong broker relationships. Through the development of broker and customer relationships, you will thoughtfully underwrite new and renewal business while actively engaging in the marketplace to enhance the Zurich Canada brand. Utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting within delegated authority levels, you will evaluate risk, negotiate terms and conditions, identify growth opportunities, and provide innovative insurance solutions that meet customer needs. You will help shape and grow your portfolio while delivering exceptional service and supporting profitable growth.

This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Zurich Canada uses artificial intelligence-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process,



including the initial review and screening of applications. Artificial intelligence is not the sole basis for candidate shortlisting or selection. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals.

Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in-person presence, which may include time in the office or market-facing engagements.

What you will do

- Analyze and underwrite new and renewal Management Liability business within delegated authority and underwriting guidelines.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, customers, and internal business partners to support retention and profitable growth.
- Identify, assess, and pursue current business and renewal opportunities aligned with Zurich's underwriting appetite and business objectives.
- Conduct broker and customer meetings, opportunity assessments, and marketplace activities to strengthen Zurich's presence and grow the portfolio.
- Promote Zurich's products and services while identifying cross-sell opportunities across Lines of Business.
- Manage target accounts and prospect pipelines, maintaining accurate and timely account documentation and activity tracking.
- Evaluate exposures, analyze risk, determine pricing, and negotiate coverage, terms, and conditions.




- Provide exceptional service to brokers and customers throughout the underwriting lifecycle, including account servicing and resolution of technical issues.
- Participate in sales, marketing, and broker engagement initiatives to support business development goals.
- Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Provide technical expertise and support projects and process improvements that enhance underwriting effectiveness.
- Monitor portfolio and underwriting processes to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and profitability.

Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table

- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance or Market Facing area.
- For Management Liability positions, relevant experience in Accounting, Banking, Risk Management, Financial Services, or related fields is highly valued.
- OR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
- AND
- Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment.
- Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations, and guidelines.

Preferred:

- Bachelor's Degree with 1 or more years of experience in the underwriting area.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Microsoft Office skills.

At Zurich Canada, we are committed to pay equity. We determine compensation based on objective criteria such as skills, experience, and internal equity. The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $86,000. This range reflects the expected pay for the role across Canada and may vary depending on fac

📌 Underwriter, Management Liability (Toronto)
🏢 Zurich Insurance
📍 Toronto