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Intermediate Commercial Lines Underwriter

@ Forward Insurance Managers Ltd.

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London, Ontario

Full-time4+ years experience
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Overview

Forward Insurance Managers Ltd. is hiring an Intermediate Commercial Lines Underwriter in London, Ontario, full time and 100% in-office. The role underwrites commercial risks within delegated authority, supports brokers, and prepares underwriting instructions for new business, renewals, endorsements and cancellations. The posting requires 4+ years of commercial insurance experience and a General Insurance License or the ability to obtain one within 60 days, with salary of CAD $65,000-$85,000.

Responsibilities:

  • Underwrite commercial risks within delegated authority
  • Serve as frontline support for brokers
  • Prepare underwriting instructions for renewals, endorsements, cancellations and new business
  • Meet performance targets and service level deadlines

Requirements summary:

  • 4+ years of commercial insurance experience
  • General Insurance License in good standing or ability to obtain within 60 days
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High proficiency in MS Office
  • Successful criminal record check

Tools & skills

MS Officecommercial insurance platformunderwriting systems
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Employer posting date
2026-10-26
First seen by our source
2026-11-11
Source record updated
2026-11-11

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Experience4+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsGeneral Insurance License
Background checkscriminal record
Perks mentionedFree or discounted meals

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Job description

At Forward Insurance Managers Ltd., we're changing the rules of commercial underwriting. As Canada's boldest InsurTech MGA, we blend elite underwriting mastery with next-level technology.

Location: London, Ontario | 100% In-Office

Key Objective:

As our Intermediate Commercial Lines Underwriter, you'll be at the center of our underwriting operations. Using smart tech to enhance and grow your technical expertise. This is where your insurance career accelerates, this isn't your typical entry-level underwriting role – it’s next level!

Key Accountabilities:

· Underwrite commercial risks within your delegated authority based on your experience level

· Be the frontline for broker support; build strong relationships by delivering fast, accurate, helpful responses that keep business moving

· Prepare underwriting instructions for renewals, endorsements, cancellations, and new business with speed and precision

· Master our commercial insurance platform and underwriting systems to become a go-to resource for operational excellence

· Hit performance targets and service level deadlines consistently, your reliability keeps the whole team leveling up

· Champion Forward culture and values; bring positive energy and adaptability when priorities shift or challenges emerge

Forward offers:

· Our tech stack removes repetitive tasks so you can focus on developing your underwriting judgment

· Direct mentorship from experienced underwriters who are invested in your development and success

· Your prior experience has a home here! Your knowledge matters: you'll have a strong voice in decisions and strategy – creation of legacy in real time.

· Real pathways to advance your insurance career, we promote from within and support your professional growth

· In-office collaboration where you'll learn fast, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a high-performing team

· Ongoing education and support for industry designations to help you level up your credentials

· Unlimited snacks because every great player needs fuel

Qualifications:

· 4+ years of commercial insurance experience

· Strong professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with excellent customer service instincts

· Strong computer skills with high proficiency in MS Office; fast, accurate work is critical

· Inclusive, transparent, and collaborative mindset with the resilience to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines

· Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to adapt positively when priorities shift

· Successful completion of a criminal record check

· General Insurance License in good standing (or the ability to obtain one within 60 days)

Bonus XP if you have:

· Prior underwriting experience or broker experience in commercial lines

· CAIB, CIP, or active progression toward other relevant industry designations

Salary Range: CAD $65,000-$85,000

*Actual pay may be below or above range based on candidates' knowledge, skills, and level of ability relative to expectations for the role applied to. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply.

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