Shape retention and profitable growth for construction accounts as an Underwriting Manager in downtown Toronto’s hybrid commercial insurance environment.
In this people-first leadership role, you will lead six to ten underwriters serving the mid-market segment. Your focus includes construction and contracting portfolios, full-cycle underwriting, broker collaboration, and technical guidance. You will report to a Director while partnering with Actuarial, Claims, and other internal teams.
Key Responsibilities: Steward construction and contracting accounts focused on retention
Lead technical decisions across the underwriting team
Evaluate, select, negotiate, price, and document accounts
Build solid broker relationships through regular in-person meetings
Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, and internal partners
Requirements: Proven people leadership with two-plus years’ experience
Mid-market construction and contracting underwriting background
Commercial package knowledge including property and CGL
COC designation or experience considered an asset
Completed or in-progress CIP, FCIP, or equivalent
Bring construction underwriting depth, technical judgment, and leadership experience to a portfolio-focused commercial insurance team.