Casualty Underwriter

Casualty Underwriter

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Overview 
Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal, external and global stakeholders? Do you possess strong analytical and investigative competencies?  As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will utilize exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.  

We’re looking for our next Casualty Underwriter.  Could It Be You?
Under the direction of the AVP of Munich Re Canada Corporate, the Casualty Underwriter is responsible for the marketing and underwriting of excess casualty insurance, directly with brokers and intermediaries. This role is based out of our Toronto office.

Need more details? This role requires you to:
•    Independently underwrite and price light to moderate business in accordance with corporate, divisional and department guidelines and philosophy.
•    Underwrite new and renewal business, including all tasks associated with risk and coverage analysis and pricing, and provide recommendations for proposed terms within delegated underwriting authority.  
•    Review underlying policies, contract and endorsement wording and ensure accuracy and conformance with guidelines
•    Refer all business outside of delegated underwriting authority to appropriate referral underwriter.
•    Develop and maintain client relationships and develop new sources of business 
•    Provide responsive service on all broker and direct client requests.
•    Monitor profitability of assigned clients and brokers, developing strategies or action plans to propose corrective actions as needed.
•    Promote the Group’s capabilities and competencies externally
•    Demonstrated proven negotiation skills and the ability to influence internal stakeholders
•    Demonstrate proficiency in the use of pricing models, tools and other risk evaluation models

So are YOU our next Casualty Underwriter? You are if…
First and foremost, we’re looking for well-rounded individuals who are professional, have great communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external clients.  You’ll be joining an energetic and goal-oriented team that uses a collaborative approach to working within all areas of the company, and focuses on achieving the greater objectives of Munich Re.

Specifically, we’re looking for the following qualifications:
•    Post-secondary education with a focus on business. 
•    CIP/FCIP/CRM designation or progression towards would be an asset. 
•    1 to 5 years of experience underwriting primary or excess casualty insurance preferably with a focus on large commercial and risk managed clients 
•    High degree of drive, self-motivation, continuing development and proven ability to work independently. 
•    Strong analytical, negotiating and investigative competencies. 
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills
•    Strong collaboration and team building skills. 
•    High degree of flexibility and adaptability to changing environment and situations. 
•    Strong computer ability, specifically with MS Office Products 
•    Ability and willingness to travel. 

In addition to an exciting job opportunity, we offer the following…
•    Exposure to challenging projects and development opportunities to grow your skills and career with both local and global colleagues and partners.  
•    A comprehensive total rewards financial program which includes extensive flexible benefits and pension. 
•    A hybrid work environment in an inspiring physical workplace setting.
•    Educational Assistance Programs that continue to recognize your on-going success.

AI Disclosure:  While Munich Re may use AI at various stages of our recruitment process, AI is NOT used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates - every application is reviewed by our talent acquisition team to ensure a fair and personalized experience.

Click on the link to apply…
Munich Re Canada is committed to providing a work environment that is inclusive and free of employment barriers and discrimination.  Accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process.  If you receive a request for an interview and you have a disability which will require an accommodation to support your participation, please contact AODARequestHR@munichre.ca as soon as practical so that suitable accommodations can be arranged.