Manager, Specialty Lines

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. Drive and support underwriting excellence within assigned Specialty Lines verticals through collaborative referrals, underwriting guideline development, product governance and development, and large-loss reviews .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeMississauga • CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$138,500 - CA$169,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Specialty Lines insurance, including underwriting excellence, portfolio governance, and risk management. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for managing teams and collaborating with stakeholders effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Specialty Lines InsuranceChartered Insurance Professional (CIP)Portfolio GovernanceAnalytical AbilitiesBilingualism

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Hard Skills

Underwriting Guideline DevelopmentProduct GovernanceLarge-Loss ReviewsRisk-Managed Property ExposuresAuditsAuthority Statements

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management SkillsCustomer Service Orientation

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP)

Industry Keywords

Commercial InsuranceSpecialty LinesEmployee Performance ManagementTeam MeetingsStakeholder Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive and support underwriting excellence within assigned Specialty Lines verticals through collaborative referrals, underwriting guideline development, product governance and development, and large-loss reviews
Support and strengthen portfolio governance and review through established frameworks, audits, and authority statements
Manage employee performance and contribute to the salary review process
Hold regular team meetings to communicate corporate and branch updates and initiatives
Support and manage key projects and Specialty Lines priorities
Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to execute joint initiatives and projects successfully

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant experience
University and/or College Degree or any combination of equivalent education and experience
Previous experience in Specialty Lines
Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation
Previous supervisory experience an asset
Sound knowledge of Commercial & Specialty lines insurance; risk-managed property exposures considered a strong asset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
Ability to work in a constantly changing environment
Strong customer service orientation
For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required to interact regularly with English-speaking colleagues across Canada
Must be eligible to work in Canada; no Canadian work experience required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits supporting physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine and Wellness account
Share plan and other savings of up to 12% of salary or more
Annual bonus plan with 15% target and potential payout up to double the target, subject to personal and company performance
Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) with Intact matching 50% of net shares
Defined benefit pension plan with guaranteed income for life
Workplace adjustments and accommodations for people with disabilities