Underwriting Jobs in Ontario
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.
Job Description Job Summary An Underwriter with our Underwriting department is responsible for reviewing and handling underwriting issues and making approval decisions for residential and commercial...
control and risk management practices in the underwriting process....
We will count on you to: Review and process new business and renewal underwriting applications....
Solid understanding of Property underwriting is preferred Knowledge of Lloyd’s underwriting practices is an asset Proven success in providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced and challenging...
Sr. Underwriter/Specialist/AVP, National Accounts Management Liability
- Toronto, ON
- 5 days ago
- Toronto, ON
- 5 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....
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....
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....
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....
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...
Reporting to the Head of Marine Underwriting, you will be responsible for underwriting and analyzing new and renewal business, administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, and developing...
We are currently looking for individuals to join our client, one of Canada's largest insurance and financial services companies, as an Underwriting Assistant....
Notifies brokers of adverse underwriting decisions, rate changes, underwriting requirements, status and declinations....
This position involves making sound underwriting decisions based on individual risk characteristics, exposure analysis, hazard recognition and controls....
Reporting to the Director of Underwriting - the Senior Underwriter will be responsible for carrying out the duties of the underwriting function in servicing the specialised needs of a number of large...
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....
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.
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Underwritings in Ontario offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Underwriting position
- Credit Analysis
- Credit Underwriting
- Lending
- Cash Flow Analysis
- FHLMC
- Federal National Morgage Association
- Loan Documentation
- Jumbo Loans
- Property and Casualty Insurance
- General Liability
- Commercial Insurance
- Insurance Underwriting
- Umbrella Insurance
- Professional Liability
- Property Insurance
- Loss Control
- Premium Audit
- Agency Management
- Cross Selling
- Mortgage Underwriting
- Employee Benefits
- Underwriting
- Claims
- Financial Statements
- Mortgage Processing
- Workers' Compensation
- Building Relationships
- File Management
- Goal Oriented
- Financial Analysis
- Referrals
- Reimbursement
- Risk Management
- Relationship Management
- Decision Making
- Finance
- Retail
- Analytical Skills
- Auditing
- Accounting
- Negotiation
- High School Diploma
- Written Communication
- Presentation
- Mentoring
- Documentation
- Flexibility
- Reporting
- Collaboration
- Coaching
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Bachelor's Degree
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Sales
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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