Assistant Underwriter, Commercial Insurance

About Us: At USLI, we’re not just about insurance — we are committed to making a difference, both internally and externally. Our community is built upon five values: Caring, Attitude, Respect, Empathy and Energy. Our commitment to these values leads us to make better decisions and furthers our true sense of community. By joining our team, you'll be part of a vibrant organization that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of insurance and make a meaningful impact.
Your Role: As an underwriter, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, driving success by evaluating submissions, handling customer requests, and building strong relationships. Customer engagement: Address quotes, re-quotes, and endorsements with a customer-first mindset, ensuring top-tier service
Relationship building: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers, addressing their needs and driving business growth
Partner with teams across Underwriting as well as Business Development, Claims, IT, and more, contributing to a unified and effective operation
Stay ahead of the curve by researching market trends, analyzing competitive information, and supporting product development

Customer-centric focus: A dedication to placing our customers at the center of everything you do
Strong decision-making abilities, with a blend of data analysis and critical thinking
A proactive, team-oriented approach with excellent relationship-building skills
Experience: 3+ years of underwriting experience in Commercial Property and Casualty, Personal, or Management and Professional Liability lines
Insurance-related course work (CIP and GIE ) is a plus
Other insurance roles (e.g., sales, claims, agent/broker)
banking, mortgage, consulting)
Legal services (e.g., Travel: Willingness to travel as needed to maintain effective customer interactions (for travel roles

Salary Range: $75,000-$125,000 CAD

What We Offer: One of the advantages of working at USLI is the competitive salary and benefits program we offer full-time and eligible part-time employees. Benefits include performance-based triannual bonuses, medical benefits paid at 100% for full-time employees and 80% for eligible part-time employees, a profit-sharing program, free lunch every day while onsite and more than 450 annual personal and professional development courses. At USLI, we are committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community that celebrates the rich diversity of all ethnicities, nationalities, abilities, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, and life experiences. We actively encourage open dialogue on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to support a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute at their fullest potential. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive environment where our shared values drive us toward excellence.