Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Surety

Zurich; Brasil; Teletrabalho; BRL 520.000 - 1.136.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading financial services company seeks an Executive Underwriter to manage Surety business underwriting and grow broker relationships. Candidates should have extensive experience in underwriting, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree. The role offers a salary range of $98,500 to $215,000 and remote work options.

Qualificações

• 5 years in Underwriting or related field.
• Experience with Surety lines and underwriting techniques.
• Experience in Claims or Underwriting Support preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Perform underwriting for new and renewal Surety business.
• Develop agency and broker relationships.
• Adhere to guidelines and assist in marketing strategies.

Conhecimentos

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Strong negotiation skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to effectively assess risk

Strong broker relationships

Formação académica

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Responsibilities

• Production and underwriting of new and renewal Surety business
• Handling of a large book of prominent accounts
• Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America in support of our cross-sell efforts
• Execution of the external marketing strategy
• Adherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations and the Zurich Way of underwriting
• Establish new as well as develop existing agency and broker relationships
• Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity

Executive Underwriter Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking area
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
• Zurich Certified Apprenticeprogram including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking area
• Zurich Certified Apprenticeprogram including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience working in a team environment

AVP, Underwriting Director Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking area
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking area
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• In-depth knowledge of Surety line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines
• Ability to effectively assess risk
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong broker relationshipsSuperior skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win‑win negotiation
• Possess a high level of customer service by meeting or exceeding broker and or customer expectations with respect to required deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines

Pay: $98,500.00 – $215,000.00 with additional short‑term incentive bonus.

Location(s): AM - New York Virtual Office, AM - Pennsylvania Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

Zurich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.