Assistant Vice President, Manufacturing Sector

Markel Corporation

toronto, on, Canada
Full-time
Posted June 09, 2026

Job Description

Role Summary

Lead the product for the Manufacturing portfolio in Canada. In this national role you will drive profitable growth through underwriting, portfolio management, business development, and team leadership while expanding our presence in the manufacturing sector.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of the Manufacturing underwriting strategy.
  • Monitor portfolio performance and take actions to improve profitability and optimize growth opportunities.
  • Build, manage, and inspire a dedicated underwriting team, providing leadership, coaching, and mentorship.
  • Provide technical and market insights for developing technical wordings, product development, and underwriting guidelines.
  • Work with Business Development to develop and implement a strong distribution strategy, tracking key performance indicators.
  • Drive premium growth by coordinating product‑expert underwriters across lines such as Gene...