Senior Underwriter, Commercial PropertyAXIS is looking for an ambitious and entrepreneurial
Senior Underwriter, Commercial Property to drive our entry into the Canadian Commercial Property Insurance Market.
This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative team and play a meaningful role in building a profitable, sustainable book of business. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions, develop broker relationships, influence underwriting strategy, and contribute directly to the growth of a key business segment. If you're energized by trading, relationship building, and creating solutions for complex property risks, we'd like to hear from you.
Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will bring strong experience underwriting Commercial Property risks within a leading commercial insurance carrier. They should have a proven track record of building and managing relationships with retail brokers, using those partnerships to originate, retain, and grow profitable business
Furthermore, the candidate should possess a comprehensive understanding of underwriting fundamentals, policy structures, and multi-line solution design.
In addition to technical strength, the individual should demonstrate strong executive presence, with the ability to communicate effectively, influence outcomes, and build lasting relationships that support long-term strategic growth, while operating collaboratively within a team and independently managing a portfolio
Work Profile This role is ideal for individuals based in Toronto who are looking for a hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 remote. This role will require travel to attend industry and company events.
What You'll Do- Build and grow a profitable portfolio of Commercial Property business.
- Develop strong relationships with brokers and clients across Canada.
- Identify, pursue, and win new business opportunities.
- Underwrite new and renewal business, applying sound judgment and disciplined pricing.
- Structure coverage solutions, limits, retentions, and terms for complex risks.
- Partner with Risk Engineering, Claims, and Distribution teams to deliver exceptional broker and client experiences.
- Champion AXIS' underwriting appetite in the marketplace and strengthen our brand presence.
- Contribute to portfolio strategy, underwriting guidelines, and profitable growth initiatives.
- Travel periodically to support broker engagement and business development.
What Makes This Opportunity Different- Visible impact: Help shape the future direction of AXIS Canada's Property business.
- Entrepreneurial environment: Your ideas, relationships, and market insights will directly influence results.
- Growth potential: Opportunity to expand responsibility as the portfolio grows.
- Market-facing role: Significant broker engagement and opportunity to build your industry profile.
- Global platform: Leverage AXIS' specialty expertise, products, and worldwide capabilities.
What We're Looking For- 3+ years of Commercial Property underwriting experience.
- Strong technical underwriting and risk assessment capabilities.
- Established broker relationships and proven business development skills.
- Demonstrated success managing and growing a profitable book of business.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and create.
- CIP, FCIP, CRM, or equivalent qualifications are an asset.
- Multinational Property underwriting experience is a plus.
- Bilingual (French and English) abilities would be an asset
What we offer:You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.
For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $150,000 to $170,000 CAD. Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location. In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. 
