Senior Underwriter (CL) - Sports & Recreation

Responsibilities

• This position will:
• Perform risk analysis using internal and external data resources for the purpose of quoting, negotiating and authorizing the renewal of existing policies and acceptance of new opportunities for risks of a moderate to high complexity based on guidelines and retention goals of the company;
• Develop and support professional business partnerships with brokers by providing prompt service, responding to inquiries, acting pro-actively and taking ownership of issues and resolving them with a solution-oriented approach;
• Pursue and achieve production targets;
• Travel occasionally to meet with brokers and others to promote our business and identify business opportunities;
• Make decisions based on imperfect information;
• Communicate decisions and respond in a prompt and professional manner;
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external parties, including attending industry related seminars and networking events as necessary;
• Negotiate coverage with brokers within and delegated authority parameters;
• Manage, strengthen and grow a book of profitable business;
• Maintain compliance with established corporate guidelines and delegated authority parameters;
• Take accountability to meet deadlines and production targets, following company guidelines;
• Take ownership of work-related activities and follow through on your commitments;
• Deal effectively with pressure, maintain a positive outlook, and recover quickly from setbacks;
• Take personal responsibility and action toward learning and implementing new ideas, methods, and technologies;
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal;
• Exhibit good decisional making and analytical skills;
• Mentor, train, and develop less experienced team members;
• Think strategically, formulate objectives and set priorities, and implement plans consistent with the long-term interests of the company;
• Document assigned files ensuring completeness, compliance, and quality to meet the documentation standards. Support a paperless environment by uploading the documents on our company software; and
• Complete loss reports and post-claim underwriting reviews.

Requirements

• You're a good fit if you have:
• At least 10 years of experience in Commercial P&C Underwriting or Brokering, with a stronger background in Recreation & Resorts focused risks;
• Or pursuing a Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) and/or Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) designation(s);
• A Broker License Level 2 in your residing province, or can qualify for a license within 90 days;
• Have existing relationships within the industry you can leverage to attract business opportunities and grow your portfolio;
• Can lead a business development meeting with a broker to strengthen the existing relationship and prospect for

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description Introduction We are HUB International's MGA and Delegated Underwriting Authority Enterprise (DUAE) division - insurance entrepreneurs united by a bold vision: to aggregate strengths and deliver unmatched value as Canada's largest DUAE. We exist to satisfy insurance needs in our target markets faster, better, and even where others can't. We do this by consolidating the best underwriting talent and specialty expertise within one coast-to-coast division, delivering speed, service, and solutions at a national scale. But what truly sets us apart is our people. Here, you will be part of a collaborative, growing team that values innovation, professional development, and shared success. Our culture is built on entrepreneurial thinking, open communication, and a strong sense of purpose. We believe in empowering our employees to take ownership, contribute ideas, and grow their careers within a supportive and dynamic environment. Together, we are building more than a market leader - we are building a place where talented professionals can thrive. Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lines Senior Underwriter to join our Sports and Recreation team. This individual will play a key role in driving the company's growth and profitability. The position requires assessing the acceptability of business opportunities in line with company guidelines, including reviewing and pricing new submissions, renewal business, and endorsements. The successful candidates will leverage their expertise, creativity, and entrepreneurial mindset to develop strong broker relationships and grow their book of business. Our Senior Underwriters work closely with experienced practice leaders, managers, and executives, supported by an extensive product range, ample capacity, and the empowerment needed to succeed. In collaboration with colleagues and management, they deliver value-added expertise and exceptional service to our broker partners. This is a hybrid position based in our BC or ON offices . We are also open to candidates based in any other Canadian province, provided you have strong familiarity with Recreation and Resorts risks.

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at Hub International? Share your experience