Underwriting Specialist, Construction

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Canada is seeking an Underwriting Specialist in Construction to manage underwriting tasks and build client relationships. The role requires significant experience in underwriting, particularly in construction, and the ability to communicate in both English and French. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and has a strong commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits plan

Minimum four weeks of vacation per year

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Verbal and written proficiency in English and French required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and underwrite new and renewal business.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Negotiate Terms & Conditions and close deals.

Skills

Business writing

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Working under time restraints

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree

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 previous management and underwriting experience and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Zurich Canada is looking for an Underwriting Specialist in Construction to analyze and underwrite new and renewal business, under limited direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on highly complex assignments ensuring a high-level service to customers.

This is a hybrid opportunity.

What you will do :

• 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 agent / broker / customer and on-site calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
• Negotiate Terms & Conditions and close deals.
• Cross-Sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
• Participate in Sales Team meeting as related to assigned brokers and / or territory.
• Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
• Update required systems with details of broker / client visits and account status within specified time frame.
• Serve as key contact for assigned target accounts.
• Develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by Business Unit.
• Calculate Target Price accurately by utilizing underwriting tools appropriately.
• Measure exposure / analyze risk.
• Assist in training and developing staff.
• Provide expertise on coverage issues with claims programs and guidelines.
• Contribute to development of underwriting manuals, programs and guidelines.
• Approve / place facultative purchases.
• Develop and lead marketing presentations to new and current agents / brokers.
• Promote the organization's products and services in order to increase penetration within agency plant.
• Ensure the successful completion of projects by maintaining continuing dialogue with business unit sponsors during implementation of major projects.
• Diagnose and develop recommendations to solve unique business unit and customer problems.
• Lead complex technical or long-term (over 6 months) business projects to implement new or changed systems, programs or products.
• Investigate, recommend and implement leading edge technical solutions when they meet customer needs.

Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table :

Required :

• 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.
• AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Business writing and presentation skills in both French and English.

Preferred :

• 6+ years experience in Construction Underwriting.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Verbal and written proficiency in the English language is required in order to facilitate communication with internal and external key stakeholders located outside of Quebec.

Compensation : The starting salary range for this position is $100,000 - $145,000.

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.
• 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.
• We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
• We care about our communities and give back through our talent, time, and resources.

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

About Us :

Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider for 100 years, serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free environment resulting in an accessible organization for employees, customers, and other parties who interact with, or on behalf of, Zurich.

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