Underwriting Specialist – Commercial Auto and Transportation

At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers to manage risk. Join us to play your part in that transformation. It’s an opportunity to grow your skills and experience as a valued member of the team.

Make your mark in Auto and Transportation

This role is focused on underwriting commercial auto and transportation risks within the casualty department. As a underwriting specialist, you will be responsible for driving profitable results within the commercial auto portfolio on a national level. Within scope for role will be interactions with various internal business units including other underwriting teams, claims, actuarial as well as external relationship management with brokerages and producers. As part of a small and specialized team, your efforts will be noticed as you play a significant role in the portfolio results and direction.

How you will create an impact

• Underwrite Canadian Auto policies including Owned Auto, Non-Owned Auto, Garage, Lessor’s Contingent and CGL policies.

• Responsible for analyzing the risk and ensuring compliance with Casualty underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.

• Production of profitable new, and renewal business.

• Provide superior customer service to brokers, clients, and colleagues.

• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with our broker partners.

• Participate in special underwriting projects as needed.

• Provide mentoring and training to underwriters.

What you’ll need to succeed

• 10+ years of experience in casualty and auto underwriting specifically Commercial Auto and Transportation risks.

• Knowledgeable on the transportation industry, litigation trends in Canada and USA.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.

• Ability to operate independently and collaboratively.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong decision-making skills.

Ready to take your career to the next level? We would love to hear from you.

The base salary range for this position is CAD $85,000-$118,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: CA Benefits Overview.

AIG Canada is proud to be named one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for the seventh year in a row. This award demonstrates AIG’s commitment to outstanding human resources initiatives and fostering a forward-thinking workplace.

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office.  This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.  

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At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.  

Functional Area:

UW - Underwriting

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