AVP, Casualty & Middle Market (Remote, Western Canada)

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AVP Casualty and Middle Market P&C, Western Canada is responsible for technical underwriting, management and development of complex Property and Casualty business portfolio and broker relationships in order to grow the book while maintaining underwriting discipline and profitability. This position involves making sound underwriting decisions based on individual risk characteristics, exposure analysis, hazard recognition and controls.

This position is intended for a candidate seeking growth opportunity in a dynamic organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Underwrites complex Midmarket risks within targeted set of industries across a variety of product lines
• Solicits and reviews new and renewal account information required to evaluate a risk
• Identifies all potential exposures and hazards in relation to coverage requested and individual risk characteristics
• Underwrites, prices and prepares proposals based on objective and subject risk characteristics and input from various internal departments
• Negotiates and places facultative reinsurance when applicable
• Collaborates with other Arch units where appropriate to deliver a holistic customer insurance solution
• Together with internal team members, takes responsibility to deliver promised service to brokers
• Responsible for renewal and retention management and manages the renewal process to achieve targeted retention and profitability
• Develops, expands, and enhances broker and client relationships within the region, through high external visibility and frequent broker engagement

Required Skills/Experience

• Ability to underwrite new and renewal business by reviewing and analyzing insured's operations, loss history, and other pertinent information
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and decision making skills
• Excellent customer service, negotiation and presentation skills
• Hands-on experience and strong aptitude with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong marketing and broker management skills
• 10-15 years of commercial underwriting experience
• CIP/FCIP designation is preferred

Education

University degree or equivalent education/experience preferred

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