Underwriting Specialist, Commercial Property

Commercial Property Underwriting Specialist

Location: Toronto, ON

Who we are

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance in approximately 70 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets and manage risks.

We’re also committed to making a positive difference for our colleagues and in the communities where we work and live. We encourage colleagues to give back to the causes they care most about, supporting these efforts through our Volunteer Time Off and Matching Grants Programs.

Get to know the business

General Insurance is a leading provider of insurance products and services for commercial and personal insurance customers. It includes one of the world’s most far-reaching property-casualty networks. General Insurance offers a broad range of products to customers through a diversified, multi-channel distribution network.

What you need to know:

• Coverage analysis of manuscript forms with the ability to tailor them to specific client needs
• Assist with budgeted profitability targets as identified by senior management for the zone
• Pricing analysis using data analytics and modeling tools
• Produce and underwrite new accounts through brokers from within the assigned territory of Central Canada
• Deliver presentations and market to brokers and insureds to effectively communicate AIG’s value proposition
• Manage and service an existing renewal book of commercial property insurance of the AIG Central Canadian Property portfolio 
• Help achieve set budget targets through organic growth and new business opportunities

What we are looking for:

• Strong working knowledge of the various applications in the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.)
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Post-secondary education OR equivalent industry training and experience.  Insurance industry accreditation is desirable
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently to meet deadlines, as well as in a team to accomplish goals
• Candidate should be results-oriented
• Experience working with loss control engineering data in a property underwriting context
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing a large and diverse portfolio of property business including large, complex risks

AIG Employer Spotlight

• Careers at AIG are as diverse as its people. At AIG, we value diversity in all its forms, from backgrounds and skills to new ideas and thinking styles. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is visible in all aspects of our organization. Experience the AIG movement, and join our exciting team!
• Did you know, AIG Canada is the proud recipient of the Top Employers for Young People award in 2022, and recently named Top GTA Employer for 2022
• At AIG, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives
• AIG Canada offers numerous programs and policies to attract and retain talent, such as: Formal Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Resource Groups, Flexible Working Arrangements, Early Career Development Programs, Generous Paid Time Off, Global Mobility, and Pension & Savings Plan Eligibility from Day One
• It has been and will continue to be the policy of American International Group, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories