Aviva Canada

Insurance

UnderwritingSpecialist,Marine

$100–100k Toronto, Ontario, Canada Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Underwriting Specialist, Marine at Aviva Canada. Skills: Marine underwriting, Risk management, Portfolio management. Underwrite complex Marine new business. Underwrite non-standard Marine new business”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure disciplined risk selection; Ensure portfolio performance; Ensure broker outcomes; Ensure customer outcomes; Elevate technical capability

Industry & Context.

Insurance
Problems you'll solve

Risk assessment; Problem solving

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

6 years commercial underwriting experience, Specialization in Marine insurance, Underwrite complex Marine risks, Underwrite non-standard Marine risks, Knowledge of Marine policy wordings, Knowledge of risk exposures, Knowledge of underwriting tools, Knowledge of market practices, Apply technical judgment, Apply negotiation skills, Apply influencing skills, Manage portfolio performance, Contribute to business development, Build relationships with brokers, Build relationships with clients, Build relationships with internal partners, Analytical mindset, Disciplined approach to underwriting, Disciplined approach to governance, Operate independently, Collaborate effectively across teams

Nice to Have

Extensive Marine underwriting experience (10+ years), Demonstrated technical leadership, Broader portfolio influence, Broader strategic influence, CIP designation, Advanced Marine designations, Advanced risk-related designations, Established market relationships, Established industry presence, Contribute to technical standards, Contribute to training, Contribute to underwriting strategy

What You'll Do.

Underwrite complex Marine new business

Underwrite non-standard Marine new business

Underwrite complex Marine renewals

Underwrite non-standard Marine renewals

Assess risk across complex exposures

Assess cross-border exposures

Assess multinational exposures

Assess specialized Marine segments

Support portfolio performance

Qualify new business opportunities

Provide expert guidance on risk assessment

Provide expert guidance on pricing

Provide expert guidance on coverage

Provide subject-matter expertise on Marine policy wordings

Provide subject-matter expertise on guidelines

Provide subject-matter expertise on underwriting tools

Contribute to underwriting governance activities

Identify emerging risks

Identify market developments

Build relationships with brokers

Build relationships with clients

Build relationships with internal partners

Support broker meetings

Participate in broker meetings

Support client meetings

Participate in client meetings

Contribute to business development activities

Identify growth opportunities

Support new business generation

Represent Aviva's Marine capability

Support knowledge sharing

Support capability development

Provide guidance on complex risks

Support less experienced underwriters

Coach underwriting team

Apply negotiation skills

Apply influencing skills

Partner with Pricing stakeholders

Partner with Claims stakeholders

Partner with Risk stakeholders

Partner with Reinsurance stakeholders

Partner with Legal stakeholders

Contribute to strategic discussions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional stakeholders; Underwriting leadership; Technical teams; Pricing; Claims; Risk; Reinsurance; Legal

Communication Scope

Market presence; Brand presence; Credibility

Full Job Description

# Experience Aviva Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence. At **Aviva Canada** , we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most. # # The Opportunity Aviva Canada is building its GCS Corporate Risk – Marine underwriting team and is seeking an experienced Marine Underwriting Specialist to support the growth, governance, and technical excellence of our national Marine portfolio. This role provides deep technical expertise in the underwriting of complex Marine risks and acts as a subject‑matter expert and technical referral point. The Specialist partners closely with underwriting leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure disciplined risk selection, portfolio performance, and strong broker and customer outcomes. You will play a key role in developing market presence, supporting business growth, and contributing to underwriting strategy, while helping elevate technical capability across the team _Please note: This role may be filled at different internal levels based on the successful candidate’s experience, technical authority, and scope of accountability._ # What you’ll do * Underwrite complex and non‑standard Marine new business and renewals within delegated specialist authority. * Assess risk across increasingly complex exposures, including cross-border, multinational, and specialized Marine segments * Support portfolio performance through disciplined underwriting, pricing adequacy, and informed risk selection * Qualify new business opportunities aligned to appetite and profitability objectives * Act as a senior technical referral point, providing expert guidance on risk assessment

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