Executive Ocean Marine Underwriter — Hybrid Role

Zurich NA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America seeks a Zurich Specialty Marine Underwriter in New York to analyze and underwrite ocean marine liability business, build strong broker and customer partnerships, and apply the Zurich Way of Underwriting to assignments of moderate complexity.

You will partner with distributors, brokers, and customers to identify opportunities, deliver high service levels, and advance growth in the Marine portfolio, with consideration for Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent with 5+ years in Underwriting or Market Facing, or 10+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 3+ years in Underwriting or Market Facing, or 8+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience meeting quotes deadlines for new and renewal business
• Experience working in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules, rating manuals, and insurance laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors to support retention and acquisition.
• Serve as a Help Point for agents, brokers, and customers to support sales culture.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Conduct on-site calls with a planned purpose.
• Cross-sell other lines of business to increase product density.

Skills

Underwriting

Relationship-building

Market-facing

Negotiation

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich North America seeks a Zurich Specialty Marine Underwriter in New York to analyze and underwrite ocean marine liability business, build strong broker and customer partnerships, and apply the Zurich Way of Underwriting to assignments of moderate complexity.

You will partner with distributors, brokers, and customers to identify opportunities, deliver high service levels, and advance growth in the Marine portfolio, with consideration for Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director