Sports, Leisure and Entertainment Underwriter at Arrowhead Programs: 100% Remote (Langley, BC, Canada)

Sports, Leisure & Entertainment Underwriter

Locations

  • Langley, BC, CAN
  • Remote, BC, CAN

Hybrid

Full time

Job Description

Are you an Underwriter with experience in Special Events, Participants Liability & Accident coverage, Adventure Tourism and related Sports, Leisure and Entertainment classes? Do you like to look at challenging risks with a problem-solving mind?

Special Risk Insurance Managers is currently seeking a Sports, Leisure and Entertainment Casualty focused Underwriter to join our growing team. This is a key role with room for further growth within our company.

With offices in Downtown Vancouver and Langley, we also have multiple locations across the country (Winnipeg, Markham & Nova Scotia) and offer remote work options as well!

If you are looking for an opportunity in a fast paced, motivating, hybrid work environment with great benefits, where you are empowered in your role, you may be the exact person we are looking for!

As a Sports, Leisure and Entertainment Underwriter, you will:

  • Review & apply pricing, terms & conditions to new & renewal Sports, Leisure & Entertainment & related business.
  • Maintain & grow the existing book of business.
  • Establish & strengthen relationships with retail producing brokers by encouraging additional submission inflow.
  • Provide high level commentary & market intelligence to Team Lead
  • Develop broker relationships by attending broker meetings, conventions & functions.
  • Participate in discussions with markets & add commentary on specific programs
  • Discuss new product development opportunities

What you bring to the team:

  • Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills to complete assignments efficiently and within structured timelines
  • An eye for detail to handle new business quotations with a high degree of accuracy
  • Positive, driven, and disciplined attitude with a solutions focus
  • Self-motivated to meet competitive individual and team-related targets
  • Strong independent work ethic
  • Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment & collaborate with teammates
  • Strong written language, and professional communication skills
  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Level 1- General Insurance license (or the ability to obtain within a certain time frame)
  • CAIB, CIP, CRM, FCIP or working towards a finalizing a designation is preferred
  • 5 or more years relevant underwriting experience with at least 2+ years direct experience reviewing & underwriting Sports, Leisure & Entertainment type risks (incl. Special events, adventure tourism, sports insurance, fitness, golf courses, resorts, indoor play centres, craft fair vendors, food trucks, inflatables etc)
  • Knowledge of SLE-specific coverages such as participant injury coverage, Host Liquor Liability, Accident Coverage, Directors & Officers, Abuse Coverage

What we bring to the table:

  • A fulfilling company culture that empowers our people, provides personal support & mentorship, professional growth, and career advancement.
  • Competitive Salary
  • Bonus Structure
  • Company-matched RRSPs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) through our parent company Brown & Brown (BRO)
  • Extended medical benefits through Canada Life
  • Job Stability
  • Continuing education and professional designation subsidy
  • A positive and collaborative environment; teammates are rewarded on their performance and achievement of goals.
  • An environment where a proactive and entrepreneurial attitude thrives.

Work Remotely

  • Yes

Salary Range $65,000-$95,000 CAD Actual salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and work location. Package may include base pay, commissions, and/or bonuses

Pay Range

65000 - 95000 Annual

Actual salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and work location. Package may include base pay, commissions, and/or bonuses.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well‑Being

At Brown & Brown Canada, we go beyond traditional benefits by supporting the total well‑being of our teammates—physically, financially, and personally. This commitment is reflected in our culture and leadership. In 2026, Brown & Brown Canada. was recognized as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada and a Best Workplace™ with Most Trusted Executive Teams by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture. These recognitions are based entirely on confidential employee feedback across Great Place to Work Certified™ organizations in Canada.

Our programs are designed to help you thrive at work and in life.

  • Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

  • Financial Benefits: ESPP; Retirement and savings programs, including RRSP with company match, TFSA options

  • Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services

  • Beyond Benefits: Increased Stat Holidays & Vacation time, Paid Sick/Personal time, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

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