Underwriting Jobs in Ontario

An Underwriter in the insurance industry is responsible for assessing risk and eligibility of potential clients. They play a key role by examining insurance applications and determining whether to provide insurance, and under what terms. Insurance underwriters use software to help analyze information and make decisions. They are essentially the ones who decide if an insurance company should take on a potential policyholder and how much premium to charge for taking on risk. This decision is made based on the potential client's risk profile, which is evaluated using technical data and statistical models.

Important skills for an insurance Underwriter include analytical skills, decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and good judgment. They must be able to process complex information and make sound decisions. To increase their competency and credibility in the industry, Underwriters can pursue professional certifications such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Commercial Underwriting (ACU), or Associate in Personal Insurance (API). Prior to becoming an underwriter, individuals may have roles such as Insurance Agent, Claims Adjuster, or Risk Analyst. These roles provide valuable exposure and experience in the field of insurance which can be helpful in understanding the fundamentals of risk evaluation.

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Commercial Underwriter

  • Oakville, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 3 days ago

Aviva Canada Inc. has an excellent opportunity in our Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) commercial insurance business unit....

Underwriting Consultant

  • Waterloo, ON
  • 4 days ago
  • Waterloo, ON
  • 4 days ago

Salary Range: 78,000/78 000 - 128,000/128 000 Job Category: Underwriting - Individual Posting End Date: 23/04/2025...

Sr. Auto Underwriter, Middle Market - Calgary

  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago

We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Senior Underwriting Consultant

  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago

Must have excellent technical underwriting skills with a minimum of 7 to 10 years underwriting experience Must make appropriate risk assessment decisions on applications in accordance with SLF underwriting...

Underwriter I

  • Markham, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 5 days ago

Recording and tracking all Personal Lines new business in excel spreadsheet....

Senior Insurance Underwriter, Small Business Insurance

  • Markham, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 5 days ago

Job Requirements Undergraduate degree or relevant professional certifications, designations, or equivalent required Minimum of 3 years relevant Underwriting experience in commercial insurance Who We...

Intermediate Underwriter - Personal Lines

  • Markham, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 7 days ago

Timely and Informed Service: Address the needs of our broker partners promptly and with comprehensive knowledge, consistently challenging the status quo to provide outstanding underwriting service....

Underwriting Specialist, Property

  • Toronto, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 8 days ago

years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting...

Zurich Underwriting Associate Program - Montreal

  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago

We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Zurich Excellence Program - Underwriting Associate Stream - Toronto

  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago

We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter, Select

  • Oakville, ON
  • 12 days ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 12 days ago

Bachelors degree Six to eight years of relevant insurance or underwriting experience Deep knowledge of property/casualty insurance products, the regulatory environment, and the local insurance market...

Underwriting Assistant - 2700

  • Markham, ON
  • 13 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 13 days ago

We are currently looking for individuals to join our client, one of Canada's largest insurance and financial services companies, as an Underwriting Assistant....

Sustainability Transition Risk Underwriter

  • Toronto, ON
  • 15 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 15 days ago

Effectively communicate technical risks and insights to underwriting teams and relevant stakeholders....

Senior Underwriter

  • Toronto, ON
  • 18 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 18 days ago

Participate in the building and development of the HM Special Risks Underwriting Manual. Stay abreast of industry trends and developments in underwriting and underwriting technology....

Underwriting Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Insurance: Underwriting Risks Regulatory Practices
Introduction: Insurance underwriting plays a crucial role in assessing risk, determining premiums, and ensuring the financial stability of insurance providers. This course offers an in-depth...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Underwriting positions.



Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.4%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.0%
Some College
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Ontario
None
40.0%
2-4 years
26.7%
1-2 years
20.0%
4-6 years
10.0%
6-8 years
3.3%


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