Excess Casualty Underwriter II

婵物捨; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance company is seeking an experienced Excess Casualty Underwriter for their growing E&S Casualty team in New York. This role requires developing broker relationships, risk assessment, and negotiation skills, in a hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• 1+ years in Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• 3+ years experience for level II role.
• Knowledge of legal guidelines and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers.
• Assess risks and set pricing for policies.
• Advocate for customer experience in insurance.

Skills

Negotiation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Zurich is currently looking to hire an experienced Excess Casualty Underwriter (Level I or II) to join our growing E&S Casualty team! We are open to hiring talent in one of the following locations: New York, Schaumburg, Parsippany or Rocky Hill. While this position will be based out of our New York, Schaumburg, Parsippany or Rocky Hill office, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office/market three days per week.

Zurich E&S is dedicated 100% to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction!

This role will be filled at either an Excess Casualty Underwriter Level I or II. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skillset relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

What you can expect in an Excess Casualty Underwriting position at Zurich:

• You will develop and maintain relationships with broker partners and customers across all industries in support of business objectives

• You will leverage your casualty underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure evaluation and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book of new and renewal business

• You will work collaboratively across business units including but not limited to; claims, finance, risk engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry

• You will be empowered to use your market facing, negotiation and interpersonal skills to grow and develop relationships with preferred distribution partners in an assigned territory

Our Excess Casualty 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

• Market facing and production within the growing Zurich E&S Casualty division

• Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules

• Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments

• Coaching, developing and empowering junior team members.

Excess Casualty Underwriter I Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims orUnderwriting Support area
  AND
• Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience with Microsoft Office

OR

Excess Casualty Underwriter II Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims orUnderwriting Support area
  AND
• Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 or more years’ experience in the E&S marketplace

• Strong negotiation skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office skills

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 clickhere. 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 $78,000.00 - $139,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Level Iis $78,000.00 -$108,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. For the Level II is $94,000.00 - $139,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.

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, AM - Parsippany, AM - Rocky Hill, AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered:No

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