Subject Matter Expert – High Net Worth - Jobs in Markham, ON

Job Description

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.This position is responsible Aviva’s High Net Worth Insurance businesses from an underwriting and growth perspective. This position is key to supporting the business leaders within Speciality Personal Insurance (SPI) as well as working directly with the front-line underwriting staff encouraging a positive and dynamic work environment that values people and achieves outperforming results.The position requires strong technical understanding of personal lines P&C industry. This role will be responsible to support High Net worth businesses in both the broker and direct channels. The position is accountable to product, underwriting and risk within a collaborative environment identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities. This role will also require strong negotiation and people skills when supporting, managing, and writing the largest High Net Worth accounts in SPI.The expectation is to provide a channel agnostic and aligned underwriting experience while supporting key growth and governance priorities underpinned by a strong technical underwriting and control framework.This role is technical and works in collaboration within the strategic vision of the department. The candidate is expected to drive the technical aspects of the business forward.What you'll doWork directly as support for the management of the largest accounts in SPIWork in partnership with underwriting front-line staff and front-line managers pertaining to underwriting and workflowsSupports the execution of key High Net Worth initiatives to support profitable business growthActively work on new business opportunities focused only on the largest High Net Worth accounts in CanadaAssist in the introduction and communication of rating and strategies, coverage and/or product changes in a timely mannerHelp to improve efficiencies through simplifying business practicesIdentify Underwriting trends with SPI UnderwritingProvide training and underwriting calibration with front-line staff to ensure an aligned underwriting experience for both the broker and direct channelsContinuously working to identify areas of concern using trending and industry developmentsFoster relationships both internally & externally to obtain market intelligence andEnsure underwriting controls are reviewed and adhered to as per applicable frameworks as documented in IcareIdentify discrepancies between distribution channels and work to ensure an aligned experience and workflowStrong communication capabilities to ensure correct messaging of information flows both to the front-line staff and to High Net Worth underwriting managementFoster collaborative relationships with internal and external partners designed to support and drive outperforming resultsEnsure the highest level of service is provided to the top VIP accounts in SPIWhat you'll bringUniversity degree and/or College Diploma specializing in Business. Advance degree and/or professional qualification preferredMinimum 8 yrs. experience in the Property and Casualty business (emphasis on Lifestyle related products is an asset)5 years Technical Underwriting experience including an understanding of the P&C regulatory environmentPrior experience with project initiatives in a supporting roleStrong relationship building skillsTrack record of successful delivery of various high priority initiatives under tight timelinesStrong Strategic visionAbility to collaborate with and influence key partners to achieve resultsWhat you'll getCompetitive rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.Exceptional Career Development opportunities.We’ll support your professional development educationAdditional InformationA viva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.