Aviva
AVP, Commercial Underwriting P&C
Vancouver
Sponsorship not specified$160k-$190kDetected 30 days ago
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About the role
- As the Head of Underwriting - Aviva Business, you will serve as the P&L owner for small and mid-market commercial lines business in the region.
- This market-facing leadership role is accountable for delivering underwriting excellence, managing branch operations, and fostering strong broker relationships.
- You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Aviva Business in British Columbia, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, regulatory compliance, and customer-centric outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the regional Commercial Lines strategy aligned with national goals and diversification objectives.
- Lead underwriting transformation initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness and consistency across geographies.
- Own the regional P&L, ensuring achievement of business targets through quality underwriting and cost control.
- Act as the senior relationship lead for key brokers, driving mutual value and improved Net Promoter Scores (NPS).
- Collaborate with Broker Distribution to develop and execute broker partner plans and regional engagement strategies.
- Lead regulatory and audit engagements, serving as the corporate representative to external bodies.
- Embed a strong risk culture and maintain effective risk management frameworks within the region.
- Build and develop a high-performing leadership team of underwriting experts.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related field
- FCIP, FCAS, FCIA, or an equivalent professional designation is required\
Compensation
- The salary band for this position ranges from $160,000 to $190,000.
Benefits
- Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
- Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
- We'll support your professional development education.
- Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
- Hybrid flexible work model.
Equal opportunity
- Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities.
- If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.
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