Contract Surety Underwriter – Hybrid, Regional Impact

Zurich NA; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities ~20% regionally

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Contract Surety Underwriter for the Large Contract West Region, spanning 13 Western States, including California. This market-facing role focuses on underwriting large accounts, expanding our portfolio, and driving business development with top-tier brokers.

You’ll travel ~20%, collaborate within a regional team, and operate with strong autonomy while ensuring regulatory compliance and timely quotes.

Qualifications

• Experience in underwriting large contract surety.
• Ability to manage complex large accounts and broker relationships.
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and timely quotes for new/renewal business.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business for large contract surety.
• Navigate complex assignments with autonomy.
• Build and maintain strategic broker/agency relationships.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Underwriting

Large accounts

Microsoft Office

Education

College degree

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich North America is seeking a Contract Surety Underwriter for the Large Contract West Region, spanning 13 Western States, including California. This market-facing role focuses on underwriting large accounts, expanding our portfolio, and driving business development with top-tier brokers.

You’ll travel ~20%, collaborate within a regional team, and operate with strong autonomy while ensuring regulatory compliance and timely quotes.