Professional & Financial Lines Segment Leader

Zurich Insurance Company; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Canada is seeking a Professional and Financial Lines Segment Leader to manage the overall strategy and profitability of the segment. This hybrid role involves collaboration with underwriters and industry engagement, requiring strong communication skills and extensive insurance experience. Join a culture focused on diversity and continuous improvement, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health/benefits plan

Minimum of four weeks of vacation per year

Four personal days per year

Access to training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the Insurance area.
• Experience with professional liability and cyber insurance.
• Management liability experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage profit and loss by identifying key drivers within the portfolio.
• Provide expert counsel and guidance to underwriters.
• Develop and monitor complex underwriting initiatives.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Listening skills

Written communication

Team player

Ability to handle complex assignments

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

If you have experience underwriting professional liability and cyber, and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Professional and Financial Lines Segment Leader to assist in the overall strategy and management of the line of business.

Reporting to the VP, Industry Verticals, Canada Middle Markets, you will play a pivotal role in managing profit and loss by identifying key drivers within the portfolio and making strategic recommendations for improvements. This position is market-facing, requiring collaboration with underwriters, attendance at industry events, and engagement with customers and brokers.

This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

This is a hybrid work opportunity.

What you will do

• Provide expert counsel and guidance to underwriters, supporting training activities from a technical underwriting perspective.
• Develop and monitor complex underwriting initiatives, driving analysis to determine the drivers of profit and loss within the portfolio and recommending improvements.
• Assist in recommending product changes and in the creation or modification of new products.
• Contribute significantly to process improvement and innovation, participating in operational change activities related to the managed line of business.
• Disseminate key updates related to the specific industry segment, which may include writing white papers or articles and delivering presentations at industry events.
• Address governance and regulatory issues.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Claims, Technical Underwriting, and Underwriting Support, to manage problem resolution.

Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table

Required :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Insurance area
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Insurance area

Preferred :

• Bachelors Degree with 5 to 7 years of insurance industry experience, specifically with professional liability and cyber
• Some experience with management liability, including D&O and crime would be an asset
• Strong verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Ability to be an effective team player
• Ability to handle multiple and varied complex assignments

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. The salary range provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. Compensation may exceed the range listed based on the evaluation of skillset and experience. The starting salary range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000.

Our Culture

• At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
• We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.
• We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health / benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.
• We understand how important it is to rest, recharge, and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.
• We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.
• We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
• We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time, and resources.
• We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award.

Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

About Us

A future with Zurich

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.

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