Underwriter, Construction

Zurich Insurance; Den Haag; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Insurance in the Benelux region is seeking an Underwriter Construction to join our Benelux Construction team. You will assess risks, build strong relationships with brokers and customers, and develop practical solutions for domestic and international projects.

This is a full‑time, hybrid role based in The Hague or Zaventem. You will manage your portfolio, collaborate with specialists, and contribute to the team’s success while applying your Dutch and English language skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• Experience in Construction insurance, underwriting, risk engineering or related area.
• Understanding of construction risks, processes, methods and project execution.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of Construction insurance business.
• Assess construction risks and use data to make underwriting decisions.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, customers and colleagues.
• Manage underwriting activities and portfolio from start to finish.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen relationships and develop new business.
• Collaborate with specialists across disciplines to develop solutions.
• Share Construction insurance expertise across the team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and Benelux team’s success.

Skills

Construction insurance

Underwriting

Stakeholder management

Dutch language

English language

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Build your future with Zurich

Are you ready to develop your career in Construction underwriting and work on a diverse range of domestic and international risks?

We’re looking for an Underwriter Construction to join our Benelux Construction team. You’ll combine technical insight with commercial thinking to assess risks, build strong relationships and develop solutions that help our customers move forward with confidence.

You’ll manage your own portfolio while working closely with brokers, customers and colleagues across Zurich.

This is a full-time, hybrid role based in either Zaventem, Belgium, or The Hague, Netherlands.

What You’ll Do

As an Underwriter Construction, you’ll help develop and manage Zurich’s Construction portfolio across the Benelux, covering both domestic and international business.

You will:

• Develop and manage a portfolio of Construction insurance business.
• Assess construction risks and use technical information, data and commercial insights to make sound underwriting decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, customers, service providers and colleagues.
• Manage your underwriting activities and portfolio from start to finish.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen existing relationships and develop new business in line with Zurich’s underwriting strategy.
• Collaborate with specialists across different disciplines to develop effective solutions for customers.
• Build your Construction insurance expertise and share knowledge across the team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and the success of the wider Benelux team.

What you bring:

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience, ideally in a technical or related field.
• Relevant experience in Construction insurance, underwriting, risk engineering or a related area.
• A good understanding of construction risks, processes, methods and project execution.
• Professional fluency in Dutch and English.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with an interest in developing your expertise and contributing to the business.

Experience with complex commercial, infrastructure, industrial construction or renewable energy projects would be an advantage. International Construction insurance experience and knowledge of French are also welcome.

What You Can Expect From Us

At Zurich, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact while continuing to grow your expertise and career.

You can expect:

• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• A varied role with responsibility and autonomy.
• An experienced and collaborative international team.
• Exposure to a broad range of industries, construction projects and risks.
• Access to Zurich’s global expertise and capabilities.
• Opportunities to collaborate with specialists across multiple risk disciplines.
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities within a global insurer.
• A competitive package aligned with your experience and the responsibilities of the role.

Who We Are

Zurich Commercial Insurance Benelux is part of Zurich Insurance Group, providing insurance solutions for local and international businesses across the Benelux.

Our people are at the heart of our success. Different perspectives, experiences and ways of thinking help us better understand our customers, strengthen our business and continue to innovate.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and develop. We provide equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and do not discriminate on the basis of characteristics protected by applicable law.

If you need an adjustment or additional support during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We welcome direct applications for this position. Applications or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment agencies or other third parties will not be considered unless agreed with Zurich in advance.