Senior Commercial P&C Underwriting Leader – Director or AVP Level

We are seeking a highly experienced underwriting professional to join our client's growing team at the Director or AVP level. This is a strategic leadership opportunity for someone ready to take a step up from a current Manager role and bring depth of experience in underwriting across multiple lines. MGA experience and exposure to Lloyd's markets are essential.

This is a pure underwriting and program role — no operational oversight required. Ideal for someone currently at Manager level looking to grow into an Director or AVP position with broader strategic responsibilities.

Benefits & Perks

• $130,000 - $170,000 base salary negotiable depending on experience plus target bonus up to 20%
• Extended health benefits
• Paid vacation and flex days
• RRSP match, DCPD, stock purchase plan
• Hybrid 1 day in office in Toronto

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting strategy and execution across a diverse portfolio of programs
• Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor for junior underwriters; provide day-to-day guidance and support
• Drive profitable growth by assessing and optimizing current underwriting practices and program performance
• Collaborate closely with program partners and help guide new program development
• Maintain and develop carrier and broker relationships, including sourcing and negotiations
• Actively contribute to broker distribution strategy, with a strong focus on growing and managing broker relationships

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of commercial property and casualty underwriting experience
• Must have MGA experience, with strong understanding of delegated authority structures and compliance
• Exposure to the Lloyd’s market and related underwriting practices
• Experience across multiple lines of business; professional liability experience is a plus
• Demonstrated team leadership experience (e.g., team lead, subject matter expert, or direct manager)
• Strong understanding of underwriting systems; EPIC system experience preferred
• Ability to operate independently and in collaboration with the Head of Operations and underwriting teams

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.