Executive Underwriter - Multinational MM

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America in New York City is seeking an Executive Underwriter for the Multinational team. The role offers hybrid work with 3 days in the office and requires underwriting and analysis of multinational Property and Casualty accounts.

The position is market-facing and involves building broker relationships, with a focus on complex assignments and adherence to underwriting guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent with 5+ years in underwriting/market facing.
• Alternative: 10+ years in claims or underwriting support.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice + Associate Degree with 3+ years in underwriting/market facing.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice + Associate Degree + 8+ years in claims or underwriting support.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience handling quotes under time restraints for new/renewal business.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting, analyzing, and generating new and renewal business.
• Market facing and production within the Middle Market Multinational division.
• Administering and monitoring underwriting rules, insurance laws, and rating manual rules.
• Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships in the East Region.
• Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Time-bound quoting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice + Associate Degree

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice + Associate Degree + 3+ years

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice + Associate Degree + 8+ years

Job description

Executive Underwriter - Multinational MM

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Zurich is currently looking for an experienced Executive Underwriter to join our Multinational team in New York City! While this position will be based out of our New York City office, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis being in the office 3 days per week. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents.

As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills. Specifically, you will underwrite and analyze new and renewal Multinational Property and Casualty accounts. This is a market facing position and you will be expected to be visible in the marketplace 25% of the time.

Our motto: One Carrier, One Solution, we are selling Multinational and Domestic business together to provide a holistic solution to multinational customers.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting, analyzing, and generating new and renewal business
• Market facing and production within the Middle Market Multinational division
• Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules
• Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships in the East Region
• Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments

Executive Underwriter - Multinational Required Qualifications

• 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
• Multinational experience
• 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 $125,300.00 - $205,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

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

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.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - New York
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered:No

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City