Construction Underwriter – Hybrid Role

Zurich North America; Addison (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking an experienced Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter for Construction PL to join our Specialties Construction team. This hybrid role can be based in any Zurich office in the South or Western regions, with the hiring level determined by experience.

The role involves underwriting policy administration, building broker relationships, and pursuing renewal and new business opportunities while aligning with regulatory guidelines and house rules.

Qualifications

• > High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3+ years in Underwriting or Market Facing area, or 6+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 1+ years in Underwriting/Market Facing, or 4+ years in Claims/Underwriting Support.
• Knowledge of lines of business and regulatory guidelines; knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) to support retention and acquisition.
• Provide guidance to lower level associates when needed.
• Support the sales culture by acting as a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
• Qualify accounts to match organization appetite with business opportunity.
• Make broker/customer on-site calls with a planned purpose.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice + Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich North America is seeking an experienced Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter for Construction PL to join our Specialties Construction team. This hybrid role can be based in any Zurich office in the South or Western regions, with the hiring level determined by experience.

The role involves underwriting policy administration, building broker relationships, and pursuing renewal and new business opportunities while aligning with regulatory guidelines and house rules.