Lead Primary Casualty Underwriting Manager (Hybrid)

Zurich NA

Rocky Hill (CT)

Hybrid

USD 115,000 - 235,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Zurich NA seeks an experienced Primary Casualty Underwriting Manager to lead the E&S Primary Casualty production underwriting team across multiple office locations, including Rocky Hill. The role requires regular in-person leadership, marketplace visibility, and staff development.

Expect 25% travel, strong technical and sales execution mindset, and oversight of a team of underwriters. Compensation ranges from $115,000 to $235,000 with potential bonuses and incentives.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of underwriting/market facing experience OR
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of claims/underwriting support experience OR
  • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 5+ years in underwriting/market facing OR
  • 2+ years of management experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of Primary Casualty Underwriters and drive profitability.
  • Travel up to 25% to support team needs and build relationships with national wholesalers.
  • Be visible in the marketplace and engage with agents/brokers regularly.
  • Foster a collaborative team culture and staff development.
  • Partner with leadership to align risk appetite and underwriting standards.

Skills

Leadership
Management experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree
Associate Degree
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich NA seeks an experienced Primary Casualty Underwriting Manager to lead the E&S Primary Casualty production underwriting team across multiple office locations, including Rocky Hill. The role requires regular in-person leadership, marketplace visibility, and staff development.

Expect 25% travel, strong technical and sales execution mindset, and oversight of a team of underwriters. Compensation ranges from $115,000 to $235,000 with potential bonuses and incentives.

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