AVP, Head of Energy Underwriting

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Everest Canada is building a dynamic Energy and Construction team to provide market leading capacity and service across Underwriting Claims and Risk Engineering. We are seeking an experienced and technical AVP - Head of Energy Underwriting to join our Energy and Construction Unit in Canada. We are looking for an individual with a passion for the industry as it goes through a period of intense development and technological change. This will be an experienced leader in the industry who boasts sound technical skills reinforcing the team on its journey to be a leader in Energy and Construction. This individual will have the opportunity to grow and maintain the current business at Everest as well as tap the potential to build a team catering specifically to Energy business.

In this role you will report to the Head of Energy Construction and Marine at Everest Canada in Toronto. This is a position with the requirement for the resource to be working out of the Toronto or Calgary location.

At Everest we hold ourselves accountable to advance diversity equity and inclusion in our people our skills and our ideas. We prioritize building a workforce that spans cultures backgrounds and experiences at every level. This is a priority we bring to life through the diverse representation of leaders and colleagues across Everest. We view this as a strength and believe that our work culture is significantly enhanced when diverse groups of people come together.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Marketing to producers to secure new and renewal business.

• Reviewing of submissions terms and conditions statement of values loss history and catastrophic modeling and conducting appropriate research to determine the degree of risk for each account based upon company Guidelines and underwriting authority granted.

• Coordinating with varied business divisions including Actuarial Claims Reinsurance Accounting Marketing Regulatory and others internally that support our businesses.

• Determining quote or declination of risk. Calculating rates and premium charges using approved rating models.

• Developing and modifying policy wording in accordance with delegated underwriting authority when the standard forms are not appropriate.

• Actively cross-sell afforded products and services.

• Supporting service standards in delivery of Energy and Construction products and services.

• Working effectively with other integral members of your team. Mentoring junior underwriting members of the team.

• Active participation leading and involvement in special projects as assigned by senior management.

• Actively work on innovative solutions for clients/broking partners to differentiate Everest Canadas offering to the industry.

• Participating organizing and leading industry conferences panels seminars to promote the Everest Energy and Construction brand in the marketplace.

Qualifications Education & Experience:

• Minimum 10-15 years of extensive underwriting experience in Energy and Power Property and Construction (Erection All Risk) Property.

• Experience underwriting Medium to Large Complex Risks (Operational and Project specific).

• In-depth underwriting expertise as it relates to solutions for

  • Large Energy and Power clients with operations in North America.

  • Construction managers general contractors and owners to contribute to the underwriting of the full range of Construction accounts will be a plus.

  • Ability to craft lead market solutions for clients/brokers in the Energy and Construction space.

• Independent operator with the ability lead a team when required. Individual will be an open-minded team player with a willingness to actively listen to and comprehend unique circumstances that require practical and unique solutions to complex issues.

• Robust insured and broker interaction with the ability to effectively target current and prospective contacts to effectively promote offered products.

• Bachelors Degree with advanced education and / or professional designations including but not limited to FCIP CPCU IIA CRIS preferred (not required). Engineering degree and qualification is a plus.

Knowledge Skills & Competencies:

• A person that demonstrates high integrity and embodies the cultural values of Everest.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills to work with both internal teams and external brokers as you will work in a team environment assisting underwriters and / or deal administrators as part of their overall responsibility.

• Outstanding comprehension and work experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Bilingual (English/ French) Skills are an asset.

• Excellent organizational leadership time-management and multi-tasking skills.

• Willingness to travel (approximately 25% travel as necessary)

The base salary range for this position is CAD 150000 - CAD 200000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education experience qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage an employee wellness program life and disability insurance retirement savings plan paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). This position is a current vacancy.

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What if I dont meet every requirement At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every element in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive fuel global economies and create sustainable value for our colleagues shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Clickhereto learn more about our culture.

• Our Valuesare the guiding principles that inform our decisions actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviorsdefine how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues and the global communities we serve.

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