Join Revau - Marine Cargo Underwriter
Role Overview
Reporting to the Director, the Marine Cargo Underwriter will assess and underwrite risks submitted by brokers, ensuring high-quality risk selection to achieve optimal profitability. This role involves determining terms and pricing, leveraging team expertise when needed, and justifying decisions-including risk rejections-clearly and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
New Business
- Liaise with brokers to negotiate and determine insurance rates, terms, and conditions
- Develop, underwrite, and service new business in line with program guidelines
- Build strong relationships with brokers through exceptional service and regular marketing visits
- Represent Revau at industry events, as required
Renewals
- Collaborate with colleagues on current and future opportunities
- Review policies, wordings, and standards to ensure compliance with programs
- Confirm underwriting standards align with contracts and program needs
- Mentor Junior Underwriters on policy and contract compliance
Endorsements & Policy Changes
- Approve requested endorsements and pricing according to program guidelines
- Authorize policy cancellations when necessary
Profile / Requirements
- 5-7 years of experience in Marine Cargo Insurance
- Insurance diploma is an asset
- Strong relationship-building skills with brokers and colleagues
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and negotiation skills
- Ability to synthesize complex information and adapt to change
- Strong communication and service orientation
- Proficiency in MS Office; Lotus Notes experience is a plus
Benefits
- Office available in Toronto (depending on location)
- Hybrid work model for work-life balance
- Group insurance, Health Spending Account, Employee & Family Assistance Program, Telemedicine
- Retirement program with employer contributions
- Wellness account
- 7 personal days + birthday leave
- Bonus program
- Ongoing course reimbursement program
