The VP, Head of Underwriting is a market-facing leader who is the P&L owner for commercial underwriting for Branch or Region.

Evolve Aviva Canada’s Commercial Lines business to be an industry leader within Canada

Develop and implement the Commercial Lines underwriting vision for Western Region to grow underwriting profit.Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of individual branch performance within the region through analysis of reports while regularly taking strategic actions and finding opportunities to increase positive resultsBy focusing on what matters to our people, outstanding leadership and fostering an inclusive culture, there is a pipeline of top talent vying to work on your team.Lead and empower underwriters to take a creative yet profitable approach toward underwriting.Develop and lead a leadership team of underwriting experts who thrive on developing our underwriters, living Aviva values and motivating people to be their best.Nurture a culture of confidence and empowerment – be known in the market for underwriting expertise and being solution orientated and customer centric.Champion and adopt the Operational Effectiveness agenda resulting in increased capacity for our underwritersFacilitate people moving within SME and Aviva Canada inline with career aspirations and business need. We will win by operating as One AvivaIn partnership with BD continually review and deliver on effective broker strategy and value proposition, driving stronger broker engagement, business outcomes and increased NPSWork proactively with broker partners to strengthen relationships and ensure business plans are met.Develop underwriting frameworks consistent with business and regulatory requirements.Regularly report on large losses, trends and the competitive environment. Embed a risk culture within Aviva.Complete quality assurance of the Commercial Lines P&C and Automobile portfolio, including branch and/or regional self-review.Manage account receivables to collect premiumWork proactively and collaboratively with business partners across the organization to ensure objectives are aligned and met.Ensure regulatory compliance with regular attestation and evidencing.

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in business, mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, or other related field or equivalent experience.FCIP, FCAS, FCIA or equivalent designation is required.

EXPERIENCE

10-15 years of relevant P&C experience, including 5+ years of experience in commercial underwriting and product development

What you’ll get

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Outstanding Career Development opportunities.

We’ll support your professional development education.

Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.

Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.

Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.

Hybrid flexible work model ( presence to the office at least three times per week )

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.