Senior Underwriter, Professional Solutions
About this role
At Trisura, we expect more because we believe it can be done better.
We are a young, growth oriented team with a commitment to exceptional talent and have been named one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers since 2017. Our growth and our entrepreneurial style, niche market position and development opportunities ensure that our people see the results of their commitment reflected in the company’s success.
We are currently seeking a qualified individual to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team of Professional Solutions, insurance underwriters in our Toronto office.
SENIOR UNDERWRITER, PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS
TORONTO
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Underwriter to join our Professional Solutions department. This role is a blend of underwriting and business development responsibilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating, pricing, and underwriting risks while also actively promoting our products, strengthening broker relationships, and driving growth in the Professional Solutions portfolio.
Accountabilities include:
- Assess, price, and underwrite new and renewal business within delegated authority.
- Analyze financial, legal, and operational information to evaluate risk profiles.
- Structure tailored coverage solutions that meet client and broker needs.
- Ensure underwriting practices comply with company standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with our broker partners and other stakeholders.
- Promote our products through meetings, presentations, and industry events.
- Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to expand market presence.
- Represent the company as a subject matter expert within the marketplace.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior underwriters and team members.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with claims, actuarial, product development, and marketing teams.
- Learn new product lines and coverages as they are developed.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of relevant industry trends and their impact on products offered
Qualifications:
- 2+ years’ experience underwriting specialty lines (E&O/Cyber/Technology preferred).
- Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary education in communication, business, or insurance preferred.
- Strong broker and market relationships, with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Experience in business development and marketing within the insurance industry.
Location:
- Downtown Toronto – Hybrid
Salary:
- The expected salary in this position is within the range of $85,000 - $125,000
This salary range reflects the expected base compensation for the role across Canada. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and scope of responsibilities. Trisura provides this range in good faith in accordance with applicable legislation.
This position is for an existing, currently vacant position.
#LI-Hybrid
We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace that reflects the diversity in each of our offices across Canada. Accommodations will be provided on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of our recruitment and selection process.
We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Trisura, headquartered in the heart of Canada’s financial district, is a specialty lines insurer with a focus on Surety, Specialty Insurance, Property & Casualty, and Warranty products.
Company at a glance
In today’s rapidly changing business environment, you need an insurance company you can count on. A company with a depth of expertise, a commitment to extraordinary personal service, and a range of innovative products.
Trisura is a leading North American specialty insurer that provides a range of products and expertise within the Surety, Specialty Insurance, Structured Solutions and Warranty business lines of the market. At Trisura, we believe that insurance can be done better and strive to achieve this in all we do.
Trisura is rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
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