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As a Commercial Underwriter, my day involved independently reviewing and assessing risks, issuing quotes, and managing broker relationships. The workload was steady and sometimes heavy, with tight turnaround expectations, but manageable with strong organizational skills. Unfortunately, I received very little support or mentorship from management. Feedback was infrequent, and there were no clear pathways for advancement. Performance reviews and discussions about career progression or compensation were limited and/or nonexistent. The company culture was actually a highlight. I enjoyed the team spirit among many colleagues. People were friendly, collaborative, and genuinely cared about each other’s success, which made a difference day to day. The hardest part was the lack of recognition or reward for hard work. Despite taking on significant responsibilities and meeting expectations, there was no opportunity to negotiate salary or benefits. Bonuses were extremely low, just about $1,000 annually, and far below industry standards. Working with a great group of colleagues and gaining real underwriting experience were the most fulfilling aspects. Good Luck....

Fast growing MGA, and the momentum is still moving up fast. Some will see this as high workload. Well, yes, as we are growing fast and promising. As we grow, opportunities opened up as well. I have seen Cansure invest in their people, empathetic leaders, and experts within their segments. If you are looking at a dead-end career, where the workload is stagnant, no growth, no changes, then Cansure is not the place to be. However, if you are eager and want to learn and join the growth train, advancing your career has never been so promising! 

I love working at Cansure, the job is definitely demanding, but I have received all the tools to ensure I am able to do the job competently and efficiently. We have great benefits, RRSP matching, and vacation days provided. Management is fun, helpful, and ready to help to the best of their ability and is always there to provide support where needed  to help you obtain your goals. Concerns are addressed quickly and plans let out to ensure we get the best out of our careers! 

Cansure promotes a flexible work environment (work from home, in the office, or hybrid).  The company is growing quickly so there are lots of opportunities to learn new skills and advance your career.  Ambitious people who want to learn will do very well here;  people looking to coast through their day will not.  I have found leadership to be very approachable and caring towards staff.

Cansure feels small but large at the same time. There are plenty of people to collaborate and learn with and relate to. There's endless learning and trust placed in employees to do their job. Tools are progressive. Flexibility from this company is nice and hopefully allows us to continue working remotely so that we can continue a pleasant work-life balance with our family commitments. It would be nice to have a bit more competitive wages and incentives in these hard times but the work environment, people and subject matter do help mitigate it. 

People are not treated fairly or equally. Moral is very low. Pay is very low. Toxic company to work for.

Management have no respect for your personal/family life. Always having people work overtime.

Management has a huge communication problem. They would not inform staff of critical information needed for the job.

Management does not value your opinions. It is a waste of time speaking up. They'll never listen or make changes that will make your job efficient.

People in leadership roles are incompetent & unprofessional. When it comes down to actually doing the task at hand, they know nothing.

Company expects to grow 20%+ a year and gets inflation when it’s in their best interest. They continue to add steps, but don’t reduce the workload. Cansure had a record year, but many people had a reduction in bonuses or the same bonus for many years. Inflation increases are around 3% even if your junior underwriter and developing. Bonuses are so low you should negotiate a higher salary in anticipation of a low ball bonus. And minimal annual increases. Merit increases low, bonuses low, matching 2% RRSP is very low, but expectations are high. A one sided employer. 

Working at Cansure has been enjoyable & rewarding. I enjoy working at my own pace & challenging myself to reach and exceed goals. I'm always learning something new with tons of resources available. Most enjoyable part is the friends I have made and being able to work together makes the days fun. 

Everyone I have worked with is friendly, and I have enjoyed most parts of my job so far. The parts I didn't like, I talked to my manager and they were able to move me to a different sections to see how i felt! I am much happier now and it is nice to know that we have those options at this company.

I enjoy working for Cansure. I'm provided with a supportive and communicative team, and I like my colleagues. Training is really extensive, and going for feedback isn't difficult. My insurance education is encouraged and paid for. Good benefits, RRSPmatching.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Underwriter 33 salaries reported	$64,394 per year
Junior underwriter 29 salaries reported	$54,655 per year
Assistant underwriter 26 salaries reported	$42,577 per year
Claims examiner 4 salaries reported	$68,000 per year
Senior underwriter 13 salaries reported	$89,038 per year

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