Executive Energy Property Underwriter - Hybrid

Zurich NA; New York, Boston (NY, MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich is seeking an Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director for Power Generation to join the Global Specialties team in New York City or Boston. The role requires in-office presence three days per week and active engagement with agents and brokers in the Northeast market.

You will handle complex power generation accounts, apply underwriting expertise, and mentor associates while collaborating with brokers and line-of-business partners to drive growth within Zurich North America.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent with 5+ years in underwriting
• Alternative: 10+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 3+ years underwriting
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 12+ years in Claims/Underwriting Support
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Administer underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers).
• May provide guidance to lower level associates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors to support retention and growth.
• Supports the sales culture by being a point of contact for agents, brokers and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete detailed opportunity assessments to identify growth opportunities.
• Qualify accounts to meet appetite and opportunity.
• Make broker/customer and on-site calls with a planned purpose.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Risk assessment

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associate Degree

Job description

Zurich is seeking an Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director for Power Generation to join the Global Specialties team in New York City or Boston. The role requires in-office presence three days per week and active engagement with agents and brokers in the Northeast market.

You will handle complex power generation accounts, apply underwriting expertise, and mentor associates while collaborating with brokers and line-of-business partners to drive growth within Zurich North America.