Commercial Underwriter II

Req #252

1 Research Rd, Winnipeg, MB R3T 6E3, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 12:00 AM

COMPANY PROFILE

Red River Mutual is a progressive insurance company with a focus on our customers and employees. We believe everyone has a right to feel safe and protected, and to know that someone is looking out for them. So we treat our employees like family members – we’ll be honest with them, support them, offer a listening ear, admit when we’re wrong and be a positive force in their lives and in our communities.

LOCATION: This position is remotly based in Manitoba (Altona/Winnipeg)

SCHEDULE: Full-time

REPORTS TO: Commercial Underwriting Supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

PURPOSE OF POSITION

This position is responsible for underwriting moderate to complex property/casualty policies to contribute to a profitable portfolio of business within Manitoba and Saskatchewan. They contribute to achieving projected objectives for brokers by monitoring and controlling quality of business underwritten.

This position involves working closely with a group of brokers to leverage a strong relationship in creating new business opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Underwriting

• Review, quote and manage commercial mid-market requests for new business, endorsements, and renewals. Assess risk and
• effective underwriting practices to maximize profitability.
• Consult with management in unique risk scenarios to maintain quality and risk selection outside of established authority levels.
• Implement and negotiate facultative reinsurance.
• Influence the development and deployment of commercial lines products.
• Maintain knowledge of current market and industry trends, pricing levels and policy form amendments.
• Monitor review and report on activity and results.
• Request inspection based on Loss Prevention Guidelines
• Various projects/initiatives as required.
• Assist in training and mentoring of underwriters I.

Customer Service

• Participate in insurance industry events and broker visits.
• Provide and maintain excellent levels of customer service.
• Frequent travel to broker offices to conduct in-person meetings.
• Cultivate relationships with brokers and reinsurance partners. Work cross-functionally within Red River Mutual departments (marketing, human resources, broker relations, loss prevention, claims etc.)

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS

• 3-5 years’ underwriting experience or 5 years brokerage experience.
• Post Secondary education is considered an asset.
• CIP designation or working towards and/or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in all aspects of commercial lines underwriting and risk assessment.
• Experience in customer service.
• Proven leadership, teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Planning, analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt and innovate.
• Effective negotiating, judgment and decision-making skills.
• High stress tolerance.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process. Accessible employment policies and alternative application formats are available upon request by contacting humanresources@redrivermutual.com or 1-800-370-2888 (toll free).

As part of our hiring process, successful candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive background check. Where applicable, this may include a driver's abstract. Employment offers are contingent upon these requirements being met and may be withdrawn during the process if any of the requirements are not met to the Company’s satisfaction.

Job Details

Job Family

Technical/Professional

Job Function

JR

Pay Type

Salary