Executive Underwriter OR AVP Underwriting Director, Environmental Casualty

This opportunity may be based in any Zurich office within the Western region, with remote candidates considered at the sole discretion of the hiring manager. The role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director level, determined by the selected applicant’s experience and skill set.

About the role

As an Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director – Environmental Casualty Underwriter, you will handle complex new and renewal domestic Environmental Casualty accounts and serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team. You will build relationships with select brokers focused in the South US, fully applying and honing your underwriting and marketing skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.
• Develop, maintain, and collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
• May provide guidance to lower-level associates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition.
• Work with customers and distributors to determine their insurance-related needs and provide solutions.
• Support the sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers, and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
• Qualify accounts to meet the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
• Make broker/customer and on-site calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.

Requirements

Executive Underwriter Level

• 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 area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience working under time constraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience working in a team environment.

AVP, Underwriting Director Level

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications (Both Levels):

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Technical knowledge of Environmental Casualty Underwriting.
• Established broker relationships in the Western region (retail brokers).
• Sales execution mindset.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Pay

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. The combined salary range for this position is $100,000.00 - $215,000.00.

• Executive Underwriter: $100,000.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%.
• AVP, Underwriting Director: $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards here.

Location

This role may be based in any of the following locations: Phoenix, Albuquerque, Arizona Virtual Office, Colorado Springs, Denver, Gold River, Greenwood Village, Idaho Virtual Office, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Orange County, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Scottsdale, Seattle, or Walnut Creek.

Schedule

Full Time, Hybrid