Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director - Full-time
Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director
130439
Zurich is currently looking for an Executive or AVP Underwriter Director Management Liability. As we are expanding, we are looking for candidates to work out of our following location: Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, or Texas Virtual Office. We are open to remote work for the right candidate located any where within the U.S.. As a Management Liability Underwriter, you will be responsible for utilizing your sales/marketing, relationship building and analytical skills to analyze and underwrite new and renewal business for Financial Lines Products (Directors and Officers, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability and Crime Insurance) for private, nonprofit companies.
This is a market facing position and we are looking for someone with a strong sales mindset who will proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities, as well as identify growth opportunities. Building strong relationships with retail distributors (agents and brokers) and our customers in support of business retention and acquisition of new business is a key responsibility of this role. Identifying growth opportunities by determining our customerâs insurance needs and providing the right solutions will also be a critical responsibility of this position.
Key Accountabilities of this role:
+ Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
+ Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
+ Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions.
+ Support the organization's sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
+ Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
+ Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
+ Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
+ Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
+ Mentor team members.
This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriter Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicantâs experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
Basic Qualifications:
Executive Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office
+ Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
+ Experience working in a team environment
OR
AVP Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Bachelorâs Degree
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Strong relationship building skills
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to applyâyour unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00 - $215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. The proposed salary range for the AVP Underwriter is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here .]
⢠*Why Zurich?**
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environmentâso you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500ÂŽ.
Join us for a brighter futureâfor yourself and our customers.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.
⢠*Please note:** Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Houston, AM - Austin, AM - Dallas, AM - San Antonio, AM - Texas Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-RA1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID
EOE Disability / Veterans
Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director
130439
Zurich is currently looking for an Executive or AVP Underwriter Director Management Liability. As we are expanding, we are looking for candidates to work out of our following location: Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, or Texas Virtual Office. We are open to remote work for the right candidate located any where within the U.S.. As a Management Liability Underwriter, you will be responsible for utilizing your sales/marketing, relationship building and analytical skills to analyze and underwrite new and renewal business for Financial Lines Products (Directors and Officers, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability and Crime Insurance) for private, nonprofit companies.
This is a market facing position and we are looking for someone with a strong sales mindset who will proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities, as well as identify growth opportunities. Building strong relationships with retail distributors (agents and brokers) and our customers in support of business retention and acquisition of new business is a key responsibility of this role. Identifying growth opportunities by determining our customerâs insurance needs and providing the right solutions will also be a critical responsibility of this position.
Key Accountabilities of this role:
+ Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
+ Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
+ Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions.
+ Support the organization's sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
+ Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
+ Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
+ Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
+ Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
+ Mentor team members.
This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriter Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicantâs experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
Basic Qualifications:
Executive Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office
+ Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
+ Experience working in a team environment
OR
AVP Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Bachelorâs Degree
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Strong relationship building skills
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to applyâyour unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00 - $215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. The proposed salary range for the AVP Underwriter is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here .]
⢠*Why Zurich?**
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environmentâso you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500ÂŽ.
Join us for a brighter futureâfor yourself and our customers.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.
⢠*Please note:** Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Houston, AM - Austin, AM - Dallas, AM - San Antonio, AM - Texas Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-RA1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID
EOE Disability / Veterans
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130439
Zurich is currently looking for an Executive or AVP Underwriter Director Management Liability. As we are expanding, we are looking for candidates to work out of our following location: Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, or Texas Virtual Office. We are open to remote work for the right candidate located any where within the U.S.. As a Management Liability Underwriter, you will be responsible for utilizing your sales/marketing, relationship building and analytical skills to analyze and underwrite new and renewal business for Financial Lines Products (Directors and Officers, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability and Crime Insurance) for private, nonprofit companies.
This is a market facing position and we are looking for someone with a strong sales mindset who will proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities, as well as identify growth opportunities. Building strong relationships with retail distributors (agents and brokers) and our customers in support of business retention and acquisition of new business is a key responsibility of this role. Identifying growth opportunities by determining our customerâs insurance needs and providing the right solutions will also be a critical responsibility of this position.
Key Accountabilities of this role:
+ Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
+ Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
+ Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions.
+ Support the organization's sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
+ Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
+ Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
+ Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
+ Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
+ Mentor team members.
This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriter Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicantâs experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
Basic Qualifications:
Executive Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office
+ Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
+ Experience working in a team environment
OR
AVP Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Bachelorâs Degree
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Strong relationship building skills
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to applyâyour unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00 - $215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. The proposed salary range for the AVP Underwriter is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here .]
⢠*Why Zurich?**
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environmentâso you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500ÂŽ.
Join us for a brighter futureâfor yourself and our customers.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.
⢠*Please note:** Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Houston, AM - Austin, AM - Dallas, AM - San Antonio, AM - Texas Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-RA1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID
EOE Disability / Veterans
Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director
130439
Zurich is currently looking for an Executive or AVP Underwriter Director Management Liability. As we are expanding, we are looking for candidates to work out of our following location: Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, or Texas Virtual Office. We are open to remote work for the right candidate located any where within the U.S.. As a Management Liability Underwriter, you will be responsible for utilizing your sales/marketing, relationship building and analytical skills to analyze and underwrite new and renewal business for Financial Lines Products (Directors and Officers, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability and Crime Insurance) for private, nonprofit companies.
This is a market facing position and we are looking for someone with a strong sales mindset who will proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities, as well as identify growth opportunities. Building strong relationships with retail distributors (agents and brokers) and our customers in support of business retention and acquisition of new business is a key responsibility of this role. Identifying growth opportunities by determining our customerâs insurance needs and providing the right solutions will also be a critical responsibility of this position.
Key Accountabilities of this role:
+ Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
+ Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
+ Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions.
+ Support the organization's sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
+ Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
+ Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
+ Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
+ Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
+ Mentor team members.
This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriter Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicantâs experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
Basic Qualifications:
Executive Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office
+ Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
+ Experience working in a team environment
OR
AVP Underwriter:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.OR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Bachelorâs Degree
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Strong relationship building skills
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to applyâyour unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00 - $215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. The proposed salary range for the AVP Underwriter is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here .]
⢠*Why Zurich?**
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environmentâso you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500ÂŽ.
Join us for a brighter futureâfor yourself and our customers.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.
⢠*Please note:** Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Houston, AM - Austin, AM - Dallas, AM - San Antonio, AM - Texas Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-RA1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID
EOE Disability / Veterans
Apply Now
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