Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care.
Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.
Commercial Lines Underwriter - 10 month contract
Here is what a typical day looks like
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Contributing to the growth of the business by acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)
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Coaching and mentoring a team with the support and assistance of the Assistant Manager
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Gathering and investigating background information to effectively assess risk involved
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Analyzing and evaluating necessary information to determine business needs
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Reviewing and issuing renewals, endorsements, cancellations and new business
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Analyzing, evaluating and classifying assigned applications to determine acceptability and establish rates
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Maintaining awareness of market trends and conditions price levels
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Developing and maintaining positive relationships with brokers with a commitment to service
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Responding to inquiries form insurance agents regarding underwriting processes and decisions, interpretation of policy forms and coverage, and premium levels
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Providing service throughout the policy period, approving routine changes to existing coverage and responding to inquiries from the agent and client
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Contributing to the evaluation of agency performance and issues, and to the modification of underwriting guidelines
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Mentoring underwriting staff in underwriting theory, technical and soft skill fundamentals. Coaching and guiding with respect to service standards
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Contributing to the development of underwriting policy, procedures and guidelines
The value you bring
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General Insurance Level 2 License required, CIP, or CAIB preferred
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Proven experience working as a Commercial Underwriter
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Professional communication etiquette, both written and verbal
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Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently
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Involvement in industry related associations and your community
Role Details
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Hours: 37.5 hours/week - 10 month contract
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Location: Remote (with correct licensing)
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Salary range: $75,000 - $95,000
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Requisition: 82862
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Current Vacancy: Yes
Why Western?
Western’s people‑first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.
Highlights include:
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14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks’ vacation, company‑matching savings programs, and 100% employer‑paid group benefits for eligible employees
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Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in 2024–2025 through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.
Our Commitment to Inclusion: At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [email protected] or visit our Careers page.
Our Human‑First Hiring Approach: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (non‑AI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.
Ready to Apply?
If making a meaningful impact in your community and growing your career in a supportive, purpose‑driven environment excite you, we’d love to hear from you.
