Underwriting Jobs in Toronto, ON

An Underwriter in the insurance industry is responsible for assessing risk and eligibility of potential clients. They play a key role by examining insurance applications and determining whether to provide insurance, and under what terms. Insurance underwriters use software to help analyze information and make decisions. They are essentially the ones who decide if an insurance company should take on a potential policyholder and how much premium to charge for taking on risk. This decision is made based on the potential client's risk profile, which is evaluated using technical data and statistical models.

Important skills for an insurance Underwriter include analytical skills, decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and good judgment. They must be able to process complex information and make sound decisions. To increase their competency and credibility in the industry, Underwriters can pursue professional certifications such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Commercial Underwriting (ACU), or Associate in Personal Insurance (API). Prior to becoming an underwriter, individuals may have roles such as Insurance Agent, Claims Adjuster, or Risk Analyst. These roles provide valuable exposure and experience in the field of insurance which can be helpful in understanding the fundamentals of risk evaluation.

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Tarificateur(rice) Intermediaire / Intermediate Underwriter

  • RGA
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 hours ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 hours ago

, our underwriting professionals support our clients' outsourced underwriting needs in the analysis and evaluation of mortality and morbidity risks....

Remote

Underwriter II, Specialty Lines - Cross Border

  • Intact
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago

What youll do here: Analyze requests for quotes, renewals and policy changes, and recommend solutions Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies Use negotiating skills to maintain healthy...

Hybrid

Associate Underwriting Analyst TPA (12 Month Term)

  • People Corporation
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago

13 years of experience in insurance underwriting, TPA program management, or insurance analytics/reporting Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data manipulation); ability to work with...

In Person

Underwriter II, Specialty Lines - Cross Border

  • All Intact
  • Mississauga, ON (14 miles from Toronto, ON)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (14 miles from Toronto, ON)
  • 5 days ago

What youll do here: Analyze requests for quotes, renewals and policy changes, and recommend solutions Support brokers regarding underwriting and rating policies Use negotiating skills to maintain healthy...

Hybrid

Underwriting Specialist, Renewable Energy and Mining

  • Aviva
  • Toronto, ON
  • 6 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 6 days ago

efficiency Support continuous improvement in underwriting processes, governance, and best practices What youll bring 8+ years of commercial underwriting experience, with deep expertise in either: Construction...

In Person

Senior Individual Life Underwriter - Remote

  • RGA
  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago

Reporting to the Director of Underwriting, our underwriting professionals support our clients' outsourced underwriting needs in the analysis and evaluation of mortality and morbidity risks....

Remote

Commercial Insurance Programs Underwriter

  • Beneva
  • Mississauga, ON (14 miles from Toronto, ON)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (14 miles from Toronto, ON)
  • 12 days ago

Official Internal Job Title: Commercial Insurance Underwriter Status: Regular Job Description: In this position you will bring your programs knowledge and naturally curious attitude to provide best...

Hybrid

Sr. Underwriter - CHES Special Risk

  • NFP Corp.
  • Toronto, ON
  • 13 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 13 days ago

What You’ll Do P&C Underwriting Underwriting Medical Malpractice experience is required Underwrite new business as presented by a broker’s office Achieve assigned monthly sales goals Maintain the existing...

Hybrid

A&H Senior / Specialist Production Underwriter

  • Zurich Insurance
  • Toronto, ON
  • 13 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 13 days ago

We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Hybrid

Remote Senior Underwriter

  • Randstad
  • Toronto, ON
  • 15 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 15 days ago

tools and reference materials (e.g., RGA GUM manual, if applicable) Qualifications - 510 years of experience in underwriting (senior level) - Experience in life, critical illness, and disability insurance...

Remote Hybrid

Senior Underwriter (CL)

  • Hub International
  • Oakville, ON (21 miles from Toronto, ON)
  • 15 days ago
  • Oakville, ON (21 miles from Toronto, ON)
  • 15 days ago

We do this by consolidating the best underwriting talent and specialty expertise within one coast-to-coast division, delivering speed, service, and solutions at a national scale....

Hybrid

P&C Underwriter, Construction Team - CHES Special Risk

  • NFP Corp.
  • Toronto, ON
  • 21 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 21 days ago

What You’ll Do P&C Underwriting Underwrite new business as presented by a broker’s office Achieve assigned monthly sales goals Maintain the existing renewal book Underwrite and negotiate renewal Ensure...

Hybrid

Surety Underwriting Specialist

  • Zurich Insurance
  • Toronto, ON
  • 27 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 27 days ago

We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Hybrid

Senior Underwriter

  • Randstad
  • Toronto, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 30+ days ago

tools and reference materials (e.g., RGA GUM manual, if applicable) Qualifications - 510 years of experience in underwriting (senior level) - Experience in life, critical illness, and disability insurance...

Remote Hybrid

Senior Underwriter Property and Casualty

  • Markel Corporation
  • Toronto, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll be doing: Underwrite, service and grow a profitable book of business in accordance with the Markel's underwriting philosophy....

Hybrid

Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Insurance Underwriting Principles and Practices
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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Toronto, ON offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Toronto, ON
None
40.0%
2-4 years
26.7%
1-2 years
20.0%
4-6 years
10.0%
6-8 years
3.3%


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