Underwriting Associate, Financial Lines - Fall 2026 Co-op/Intern

About the role#

As an Underwriting Associate Co-op within Financial Lines, you will support Account Executives and underwriting teams with new business and renewal activities. This role provides exposure to specialized insurance products, including Directors & Officers Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Errors & Omissions, and Cyber coverage. You will contribute to business growth and retention goals while developing your industry knowledge in a collaborative team environment.

What you'll do#

• Assist Account Executives by gathering and organizing account information for underwriting review and quoting.
• Support the preparation of reports and documentation required to assess and process policies.
• Process transactions within internal systems, including new business submissions, renewals, policy changes, and cancellations, ensuring accuracy.
• Maintain accurate underwriting documentation and update account information in accordance with established standards.
• Monitor team inboxes and workflow queues to assist with task tracking and follow-ups.
• Provide administrative support, including data entry and file maintenance.
• Participate in team projects and actively learn about underwriting processes and Financial Lines products.

What you'll need#

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program, with a preference for Business, Finance, or Commerce.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and a willingness to collaborate with a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop knowledge of the insurance industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Location & details#

• Location: Toronto, ON, Canada.
• Term: Fall 2026 (4 months).
• Work Modality: Hybrid.
• Employment Type: Full-time.