Marine Underwriter Executive, Hybrid in SF

Zurich NA; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich NA in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Marine, to join our Specialties Accounts team. The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office and market presence three days per week.

You will handle complex domestic Marine accounts, build broker/distributor relationships in Northern California, and leverage underwriting and marketing skills to support growth and retention.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3+ years of underwriting/market facing experience.
• Alternative: 6+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with Associate Degree and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of lines of business and regulatory guidelines.
• Experience with quotes deadlines for new/renewal business.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules, insurance laws and rating rules.
• Collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and needs.
• May provide guidance to junior associates.
• Build relationships with distributors (agents/brokers) to support retention and growth.
• Support the sales culture as a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
• Proactively pursue renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete detailed opportunity assessment with distributors to identify growth.
• Qualify accounts to align with appetite and opportunity.
• Make broker/customer on-site calls with a planned purpose.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich NA in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Marine, to join our Specialties Accounts team. The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office and market presence three days per week.

You will handle complex domestic Marine accounts, build broker/distributor relationships in Northern California, and leverage underwriting and marketing skills to support growth and retention.