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Senior Underwriting Specialist, Construction

@ AIG Insurance Company of Canada

Toronto, Ontario

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Overview

AIG Insurance Company of Canada is hiring a Senior Underwriting Specialist for its Construction unit, which writes construction risks across Canada and internationally. The role involves underwriting and marketing profitable new and renewal construction business, working with broker partners, and providing technical leadership to the team. The posting states a base salary of CAD $133,000 to $180,000 plus bonus eligibility, a primarily in-office arrangement, and full-time employment.

Responsibilities:

  • Underwrite and produce profitable new and renewal construction business
  • Assess risk using structured underwriting methods
  • Maintain broker relationships and marketing presentations
  • Handle mid-term servicing and account requirements
  • Provide technical underwriting and marketing leadership

Requirements summary:

  • In-depth CAR and EAR construction underwriting experience
  • Strong policy wording knowledge
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • University degree or college diploma
  • Excellent customer service and negotiation skills
  • Background in construction loss control or engineering is welcomed

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-08-27
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-14

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (required), College diploma (required)
Perks mentionedWellness

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Job description

AIG Canada has launched careers and developed future leaders for 60 years.


Senior Underwriting Specialist, Construction


At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers to manage risk. Join us as a Senior Underwriting Specialist, Construction to play your part in that transformation. It’s an opportunity to grow your skills and experience as a valued member of the team


Make your Mark in Specialty 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.

AIG Insurance Company of Canada Construction unit is looking for a Senior Underwriting Specialist. The unit writes Construction risks for all occupancies across Canada and internationally for our global clients. .


How you will create an impact

  • Production and underwriting of profitable new and renewal Construction business.
  • Risk selection and analysis using logical methodical underwriting tools and methods to support decisions.
  • Ensuring all accounts are underwritten and structured with full regard to risk and profitability.
  • Ensuring all files are well documented and comply with departmental requirements.
  • Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with our broker partners; marketing presentations/relationship management to help develop business flow.
  • Respond to mid-term servicing requirements and account specific mid-term requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues for a One AIG multi-line approach, maximizing each opportunity.
  • Identify cross selling opportunities.
  • Grow targeted business and maintain profitability.
  • Provide technical underwriting and marketing leadership to other members of the team.

What you’ll need to succeed

  • In-depth experience in Construction underwriting of both CAR and EAR occupancies
  • Strong policy wording knowledge.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Willingness for continuous improvement.
  • University degree or college diploma.
  • Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to operate independently and collaboratively.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Background in Construction Loss control and/or Engineering is welcomed
  • Strong decision making skills.
  • A desire to stay up to date with industry, legal & regulatory trends.

Ready to take your career to the next level? We would love to hear from you.


The base salary range for this position is CAD $133,000-$180,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Your actual compensation will be dependent on your skills, experience, and qualifications. If your compensation expectations are above the posted range, we still encourage you to apply - your unique background matters to us. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: CA Benefits Overview.


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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 [email protected].

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