Junior Contract Surety Underwriter

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. We have an excellent career opportunity with our Contract Surety team in Markham for a Junior Contract Surety Underwriter position. As a Junior Contract Surety Underwriter, you will be responsible for managing an existing assigned book of accounts, broker relationships, developing new business with key strategic brokers and accounts, while adhering to corporate underwriting standards and risk management controls. What youll do

• Manage an existing surety book while ensuring adherence to Avivas Risk & Control Framework.
• Be responsible for proper risk selection and underwriting of contract surety risks while maintaining, practicing and implementing Aviva Suretys policies, guidelines, procedures and operating processes.
• Work on establishing underwriting recommendations and decisions based on delegated authority to appropriate levels within the Aviva Surety business, including reinsurance.
• Act as representative for the assigned book of business to internal and external stakeholders, including brokers, Head Office and senior Aviva management.
• Take part in the development and implementation of marketing and business development plans within the assigned area of responsibility for better recognition of the surety department and the more expanded company.
• Promote departmental strategic plans to targeted and existing brokers and contractors.
• Maintain and enhance current surety relationships with key brokers and contractors.
• Work closely with Leaders and provide input as required on all aspects of the operation.

What youll bring

• 1+ years of relevant contract surety underwriting experience.
• University degree in preferably commerce, economics, business, and/or accounting.
• Clear and effective communication and interpersonal skills and a comfort level to communicate to all levels through written and oral skills.
• Thorough knowledge of the issues and approaches to the surety industry and underwriting matters.
• Broad knowledge of the accounting cycle, and construction related terms and processes.
• Ability to tackle requests, situations and underwriting related issues and problems effectively and independently within the required timeliness while promoting and providing high levels of service to both internal and external customers.

What Youll Get

• Competitive rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Exceptional Career Development opportunities.
• Well support your professional development education.
• Hybrid working model.

Additional Information Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.

Information :

• Company : Aviva
• Position : Junior Contract Surety Underwriter
• Location : Hybrid work in Markham, ON
• Country : CA