Complex Property Underwriter, Middle Markets (Senior or AVP)

Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global organization as a Complex Property Underwriter in the East region, where you'll leverage your underwriting expertise to provide tailored insurance solutions. This role offers the opportunity to engage with Select Brokers, enhance customer experiences, and apply your analytical skills to assess risks effectively. With a competitive salary range and a commitment to professional growth, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the evolving insurance landscape. Be part of a diverse team that values unique perspectives and fosters an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• Strong retail broker relationships and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex new and renewal Middle Markets property/casualty business.
• Develop and maintain agency and broker relationships.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk Assessment

Analytical Skills

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Complex Property Underwriter, Middle Markets (Senior or AVP)

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Zurich is seeking a Complex Property Underwriter (Senior or AVP) to join our Middle Markets team in the East region.

As a Complex Property Underwriter, you will handle complex new and renewal Middle Markets property/casualty business. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your property underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers in the East region. This is an exciting time to join Middle Markets at Zurich!

The Middle Markets Complex Property Underwriter is responsible for:

• Serving as a customer industry advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end to end solution for their insurance needs.
• Using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment and pricing
• Using risk insights, data, and models to drive informed decisions at point of sale
• Identifying gaps involves and aligning Zurich’s products and value proposition to offer a solution that provides the contract certainty the customer needs
• Demonstrating strong analytical skills and executing as an innovative advisor
• Underwriting, analyzing, and generating new and renewal business
• Market facing presenceand production within the growing Middle Markets property divisionin the South region
• Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules
• Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships
• Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments

This role will be filled at either theComplex Property Underwriter Senior or Assistant Vice President Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

Basic Qualifications:

Middle Markets Property Underwriter (Senior) Qualifications:

• 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

OR

AVP Complex Property Underwriter Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  OR
• 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
• Market facing, Property underwriting experience
• 3 or more years of Underwriting experience in Middle Market or larger.
• Ability to effectively assess risk
• Strong retail broker relationships
• Superior skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiating
• Possess knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility
• CPCU and ARM a plus

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education.The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The combined salary range for this position is$120,000.00- $222,000.00.Theproposedsalary range for the Senior is$120,000.00 -$170,000.00,with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. Forthe AVP is$172,000.00- $222,000.00,with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at 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 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we 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 colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

Zurich in North America 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.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - New York
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered:No

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