Underwriter, General Aviation - Canada
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, General Aviation - Canada, the successful applicant will underwrite and support the growth of the company’s General Aviation portfolio in Canada, bringing strong technical knowledge and a service-oriented approach to broker relationships. This person will work closely with the AVP to apply risk appetite and pricing guidelines, and to support the development of underwriting guidelines, procedures, policy language, rating plans and reinsurance for general aviation risks, including fixed- and rotor-wing aircraft, fixed-base operators, airports and aviation products.
As an integral member of the team, you will bring:
- Working knowledge of general aviation risks, aircraft hull and liability coverage, and Transport Canada regulatory requirements
- An innovative mindset for delivery through solutions
- An entrepreneurial, self-motivated approach with a collaborative spirit
- Passion for excellence and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
- Proven ability to think analytically, conceptually and systematically to resolve problems quickly and effectively
- A capacity to synthesize information and implement solutions, exercising flexible and sound judgment
- Strong execution and planning skills
- A reputation as a trusted advisor focused on adding value as a partner, internally and externally
- Developing relationships with general aviation brokers and agents across Canada.
Responsibilities include:
- Underwrite new and renewal general aviation risks within delegated authority, in line with the risk appetite and pricing strategy set by the AVP and corporate underwriting guidelines.
- Research and monitor aviation market trends, loss trends and competitor products, and share insights with the underwriting team to support product recommendations.
- Evaluate, quote and bind general aviation risks, including fixed- and rotor-wing aircraft, fixed-base operators (FBOs), airports and aviation products/completed operations.
- Monitor assigned account performance, including loss ratios and retention, and flag concerns to the AVP as needed.
- Build and maintain relationships with general aviation brokers and agents across Canada, responding to inquiries with timely, accurate underwriting decisions and policy documentation.
- Support the development of general aviation underwriting and product training materials and participate in training sessions for internal stakeholders and distribution partners.
- Provide underwriting data and account information to support treaty and facultative reinsurance renewals.
- Assist in the development of underwriting guidelines, procedures, rating plans and technology platform for the general aviation line.
- Use the online underwriting portal to process PB&P and other small General Aviation risks. Manage portal risk referrals within assigned authority and refer to AVP as required.
- Collaborate with claims, actuarial and reinsurance colleagues as needed to support portfolio objectives and resolve account issues.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting, marketing, or insurance preferred
- 10+ years of experience in underwriting General Aviation insurance product lines
Location:
Downtown Toronto - Hybrid
Salary:
The expected salary in this position is within the range of $150,000 - $175,000
If you are looking for a career in an exciting and rewarding company, are driven to excel, thrive in a team environment and want to contribute to the success of an organization that values your contribution, we would like to hear from you!
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.