Underwriter- Commercial

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 60000 - 80000

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 2300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200 locations across Canada.

Commercial Lines Underwriter II

Here is what a typical day looks like

Gathering and investigating background information in order to effectively assess risk involved
Analyzing and classifying assigned applications to determine acceptability and establishing rates and premiums
Negotiating terms and conditions of coverage including pricing on renewals cancellations new business and midterm changes
Implementing underwriting alternatives based on authority supporting business and exclusions
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with brokers with a commitment to service
Responding to inquiries from insurance agents regarding underwriting processes and decisions interpretation of policy forms and coverage and premium levels
Providing service throughout the policy period approving routine changes to existing coverage and responding to inquiries from the agent and client
Contributing to the evaluation of agency performance and issues
Mentoring junior underwriting staff in underwriting theory technical and soft skill fundamentals. Coaching and guiding with respect to service standards as well as supporting in underwriting for senior underwriters
Conducting comprehensive file reviews with client contacts and appropriately documenting files
Contributing to the development of underwriting policy procedures and guidelines

The value you bring

General Insurance Level 2 License required CIP or CAIB preferred
1 year of Underwriting experience an asset
Professional communication etiquette both written and verbal
Adept in retrieving customer data efficiently
Involvement in industry related associations and your community

Role Details

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time)
Location: Remote in Canada (With Correct Licensing)
Salary Range: $60000 - $80000
Requisition: 82460
Current Vacancy: Yes

Why Western

Westerns peoplefirst 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:

14 Paid Wellness Days 3 weeks vacation companymatching savings programs and 100% employerpaid group benefits for eligible employees
Over 1500 volunteer hours supporting 160 charities in 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 doesnt perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process please contact or visit our Careers page.

Our HumanFirst Hiring Approach: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen assess or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Westerns Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process we use standardized scientifically validated skills assessments (nonAI) 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 purposedriven environment excite you wed love to hear from you.

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 2300 team members supporting over one million customers across...