Underwriting Specialist, Construction - Specialty Lines

Join us as an Underwriting Specialist that will drive business growth.

Make your mark in Underwriting
AIG underwriting teams help to find insurance solutions in areas including Financial Lines, Property, Casualty, Specialty Lines, Cyber, Multinational Clients, and High Net Worth individuals. We are reimagining how we help customers to manage risk, transforming our operating model, and reshaping our role responsibilities and career pathways. The goal is to unlock the full potential in each colleague – empowering our people to grow as insurance professionals and add more value to our customers and AIG. 

How you will create an impact

This role is in our Construction team in which you will contribute to the team achieving its goals and outcomes and take ownership of assigned underwriting activities. You will be part of a range of programs and processes, in addition to complex underwriting. You will thrive by successfully balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders and making sound decisions using data, analysis, experience, judgement and a risk mind-set. It will be essential to build effective relationships with brokers and to deliver a high standard of customer service. You will also play a role in new business development, including attending broker events, and building relationships across the market.Produce and underwrite new accounts through brokers nationallyCoverage analysis of manuscript forms with the ability to tailor them to specific client needsPricing analysis using data analytics, modeling and technical pricing toolsDeliver presentations and market to brokers and insureds to effectively communicate AIG’s value propositionHelp achieve set budget targets through organic growth and new business opportunitiesAssist with budgeted profitability targets as identified by senior management Maintain files, execute on strategy, understand and comply with internal guidelines, authority rules and regulationsBe part of the peer review system, provide active feedback on portfolio analysis, market trends both domestically and globally Collaborate with Distribution, Territory Managers, and other line(s) of business underwriters to target desirable accounts and cross selling opportunities from brokers while soliciting customer/producer input for improving and enhancing service. Participate in special underwriting projects as needed. 

What you’ll need to succeed

Experience in construction underwriting, construction risk engineering, or construction broking. Technical expertise.The ability to analyze financial data.Strong communication, networking and relationship building skills.Good organizational and time management skills.Customer and sales orientated behaviors: motivated, tenacious, focused, technically skilled, proactive, and accountable.

Ready to lead by example? We would love to hear from you.
 

AIG Canada is proud to be named one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for the seventh year in a row. This award demonstrates AIG’s commitment to outstanding human resources initiatives and fostering a forward-thinking workplace.

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office.  This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.  

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At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.  

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