Liability Underwriting Lead – Netherlands (Hybrid)

Zurich; Den Haag; Hybrid; EUR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Zurich Commercial Insurance Benelux in the Netherlands is seeking a Manager Underwriting Liability to lead an experienced team of seven underwriters and shape the Dutch Liability portfolio. You will combine leadership with hands-on underwriting, staying close to brokers and customers to identify profitable growth.

Reporting to the Chief Underwriting Officer, you will shape priorities, manage portfolio performance and collaborate with colleagues across the Benelux.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law or related field.
• Eight years of Corporate Liability underwriting experience.
• People leadership experience or proven coaching ability.
• Strong underwriting expertise with commercial and analytical judgment.
• Experience contributing to profitable growth and portfolio performance.
• Strong relationships within the Dutch broker market and ability to build partnerships.
• Fluency in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of seven Liability underwriters.
• Set direction and priorities for the Dutch Liability portfolio.
• Use portfolio performance, pricing and market insight to inform underwriting decisions.
• Maintain relationships with brokers and customers to stay close to the market.
• Collaborate across Benelux to develop solutions and respond to market needs.

Skills

People leadership

Underwriting expertise

Market knowledge

Dutch broker relations

Education

Master’s degree in Law or related field

Job description

Zurich Commercial Insurance Benelux in the Netherlands is seeking a Manager Underwriting Liability to lead an experienced team of seven underwriters and shape the Dutch Liability portfolio. You will combine leadership with hands-on underwriting, staying close to brokers and customers to identify profitable growth.

Reporting to the Chief Underwriting Officer, you will shape priorities, manage portfolio performance and collaborate with colleagues across the Benelux.