Job Description

Brant Mutual was established in 1861 and is a provincially licensed Property & Casualty Mutual Insurance Company headquartered in Brantford, Ontario.

Brant Mutual insurance Company writes Commercial, Business, Farm, Liability, Personal Lines property and automobile insurance across Ontario through a network of independent brokers and exclusive agents.

Position Summary

As the Underwriting Manager, you will oversee the underwriting operations, ensuring sound risk assessment, compliance with company guidelines, and efficient workflow. You will be part of the company's management team, contributing to strategic decision-making and helping to shape the company's direction. In this leadership role, you will guide a team of underwriters, provide strategic direction, and work closely with other departments to support business growth and maintain sustained profitability.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

- Lead the underwriting team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

- Develop and implement underwriting policies, procedures, and best practices to maintain quality and compliance.

- Evaluate and approve complex risks, ensuring sound underwriting decisions.

- Monitor underwriting performance to achieve company goals.

- Participate in company-wide strategic planning and decision making as a key member of the management team.

- Collaborate with the management team to support strategic planning, product development, and pricing strategies.

- Maintain awareness of regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

- Build strong relationships with agents, brokers, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

- Minimum of 10 years of underwriting experience in property and casualty insurance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

- CIP, FCIP or CRM designation.

- Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of risk assessment and pricing models.

- Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities with strong communication and relationship management skills.

- Knowledge of mutual insurance principles is an asset.

What we offer

- Competitive benefits and health spending account

- Casual dress and atmosphere

- On-site parking

- A great team-working environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Experience:

underwriting : 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brantford, ON N3R 7J4