Commercial Renewal Sr. Underwriter

The Underwriter will be responsible for reviewing and evaluating renewal and new business accounts in accordance with established underwriting guidelines. The candidate will work on accounts of all sizes. Lines of business include General Liability, Property, Automobile, Worker’s Compensation and Umbrella. The candidate will work closely with Chubb Canada CI underwriters and US brokers (mainly CISA) to coordinate pricing, coverage and terms and conditions as part of a global program.  The candidate will provide account management services that will integrate the US coverage into a worldwide insurance program. The candidate will be responsible for conducting renewal review and development of new business for the territory assigned. The candidate must be able to work effectively and collaborate with numerous internal stakeholders from underwriters, claims and loss control personnel, to the Processing Center, to help shepherd the US portion of Canadian accounts.  The position may require periodic travel.

Job Requirements:

The above position requires a strong service orientation to facilitate positive relationships with brokers, Canadian CI P&C colleagues, and the various other stakeholders that are involved in renewing and writing new business. The potential candidate should have solid knowledge of commercial underwriting and insurance industry practices. He/she should also demonstrate technical expertise in Property and Casualty lines of business. In addition, the individual should possess the following skills/qualities:

 

Competencies/Technical Skills

• 5+ years underwriting US property, package, automobile, worker’s compensation and umbrella
• Demonstrated technical acumen in Property and Casualty lines of business
• Ability to adapt to changing business environment
• Demonstrate ability to think creatively
• Proven time and desk management skills
• Strong (verbal and written) communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, while demonstrating strong collaboration skills in a team environment
• Solid organizational and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• The ideal candidate will have minimum of 3-5 years underwriting US property, package, automobile, worker’s compensation and umbrella.
•  We are looking for a person with a strong business acumen including but not limited to the ability to: interact effectively with internal and external business partners and adapt to a changing market.

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.
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