Executive Underwriter, Construction Casualty

Zurich North America; Gold River (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter, Construction Casualty Underwriter to join our Specialties Construction team in Los Angeles. The role may also be based in San Francisco, Gold River, or San Diego, at the hiring manager's discretion.

You will lead complex domestic Construction Casualty accounts, serve as a subject matter expert, and collaborate with brokers to grow a profitable book of business while upholding underwriting guidelines and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and related tools.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations.
• Develop and collaborate with LOB on referrals and business needs.
• May mentor lower level staff.
• Build relationships with agents and brokers to support retention and acquisition.
• Support sales culture as a Help Point for distributors and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter, Construction Casualty Underwriter to join our Specialties Construction team in our Los Angeles office. At the sole discretion of the hiring manager, we may also consider basing this role in our San Francisco, Gold River, or San Diego offices.

As a Executive Underwriter, Construction Casualty Underwriter you will handle complex new and renewal domestic Construction Casualty accounts and serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers focused in the South US.

In this role, you will:

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.
• Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business related needs, as appropriate.
• May provide guidance to lower level associates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions.
• Supports the sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities
• Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
• Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose

Basic Qualifications, Executive Underwriter Level:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Technical knowledge of Construction Casualty Underwriting
• Established broker relationships in Western region(retail brokers).
• Sales execution mindset
• Creative problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $100,000.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500%. Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code

• 1033.

Location(s): AM - Los Angeles, AM - Gold River, AM - San Diego, AM - San Francisco

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No