Senior Underwriter, Professional Liability - Errors & Omissions
Department: Underwriting – Specialty
Location: Toronto, ON
Reports To: VP, Senior Underwriting Manager, Errors & Omissions
Company Overview:
Liberty Mutual Canada is the Canadian operation of Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. We offer a broad suite of commercial insurance products and solutions to mid-size and large Canadian companies with Canadian, North American and/or multinational risks. Liberty Mutual Canada has over 250 employees and services its clients coast-to-coast from our regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax.
At Liberty Mutual Canada, diversity is about all of us. Our promise to you is a culture that is collaborative, rewarding and empowering. We are committed to attracting and retaining employees across all dimensions of diversity and believe that recognizing, appreciating, and applying the unique insights, perspectives and backgrounds of each person cultivates an atmosphere of trust and respect. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is how we do business, and we’ll continue to invest in it to create a stronger global organization.
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement below, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied and diverse perspectives and experiences that we can add to our team!
Our core values guide all our decision-making and come to life through our benefits and employee programs. We offer:
- A premier flexible work environment (a combination of on-site & remote work) supporting our employees in their pursuit of a healthy work-life balance
- Competitive health & dental benefits plan
- Market-leading pension plan
- Competitive time off policy
- External education & tuition reimbursement programs
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- An opportunity to get involved and become a member of one of our national employee committees – social responsibility, employee engagement, diversity, equity & inclusion
The Opportunity:
The primary focus of this role is underwriting and managing an assigned portfolio of renewal accounts while driving profitable growth across the Ontario region. The successful candidate will work closely with brokers to expand Liberty Mutual Canada’s presence across multiple Financial and Professional Services (FPS) product lines - focusing primarily on Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions)
This role requires advanced underwriting expertise, strong broker relationships, and a solutions-oriented mindset to deliver consistent, profitable results.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Accountable for the solicitation, underwriting, and execution of a large and complex portfolio of Professional Liability (E&O) business including Architects & Engineers E&O, Contractors Professional Liability, and Miscellaneous E&O
- Review, negotiate, and execute policy terms and conditions, including manuscript wordings, where appropriate
- Achieve rate, retention, and growth targets through disciplined underwriting and strong portfolio management
- Demonstrate elite underwriting by applying market expertise, innovative problem-solving, accurate file documentation, and adherence to underwriting protocols and product strategies
- Proactively engage in marketing activities with brokers including external presentations and participating in industry events
- Work closely with brokers, clients, management, and product leaders to ensure consistency, alignment, and execution excellence
- Build, maintain, and expand broker and client relationships through regular marketing activity, active prospecting, and development of a strong pipeline of new business
- Take a leadership role in managing internal and external meetings with professionalism, clarity, and mutual accountability for results
- Collaborate across LMC’s business units to leverage multi-line and cross-sell opportunities
- Recommend and execute innovative solutions to improve renewal efficiency and enhance ease of doing business for brokers and clients
- Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized underwriting files in compliance with audit, governance, and underwriting best practices
- Participate in continuous learning and professional development through industry events, seminars, courses, and internal knowledge sharing
- Perform related duties, including reporting, presentations, and special projects, as required to support overall product line success.
Skills & Qualifications:
- University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5 – 7 years of relevant underwriting experience within Financial & Professional Services lines
- Advanced knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices & procedures across FPS products
- Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial statements
- Proven ability to profitably grow and retain a complex specialty portfolio
- Self-starter with strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent business, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
- Established market presence with strong broker relationships and demonstrated success in developing new business opportunities
- Excellent organizational and time management skills - ability to prioritize competing demands
- Relevant insurance designations and continued education are considered an asset
- Comfortable with critical thinking and a growth mindset, demonstrating respect for diverse perspectives and inclusive decision-making
- Ability to manage change effectively and adapt to evolving market conditions and systems.
Liberty Mutual Canada is committed to pay transparency and fair, equitable hiring. For roles based in Ontario, we publish a Target Hiring Range in compliance with the Ontario Pay Transparency Act.
This posting is for an active, current vacancy.
Target Hiring Range: CAD $99,000 – 130,000
This range represents the expected annual base salary for this role, however, offers above the published maximum may be approved with appropriate business authorization. Final offers will be determined based on each candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and the needs of the role. The posted range does not include variable compensation (bonus), allowances, or benefits. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
We do not use AI‑based screening tools in our hiring process. Candidates who complete an interview and remain under consideration may request, and will receive, feedback within 45 days.
Liberty Mutual Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we operate in and serve. If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process due to a disability (which may be invisible or visible, temporary or permanent), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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