Market Facing Domestic Casualty Supporting Lines Underwriter

Zurich North America; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Market Facing Domestic Casualty Supporting Lines Underwriter to join their Domestic Large Casualty team in Chicago. This role involves supporting casualty products, engaging with brokers, and driving new business growth. Candidates should have strong market-facing skills and a background in underwriting or claims support, with a focus on building customer relationships and managing risk effectively.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• Knowledge of casualty lines and legal guidelines.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support sales culture and seek renewal/new account opportunities.
• Negotiate terms & conditions and close deals.
• Develop and maintain positive customer relationships.

Skills

Market Facing Skills

Technical Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Market Facing Domestic Casualty Supporting Lines Underwriter

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Zurich is currently looking for a Market-Facing Domestic Casualty Supporting Lines Underwriter to join our Domestic Large Casualty team. We are looking for someone with excellent market facing and technical skills that has experience working with Brokers in a specified region. In this role, you will be supporting our casualty products and supporting new business growth and renewals. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers.

Our Market Facing Domestic Casualty Supporting Lines Underwriter is responsible for:

• Supports the sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account 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
• Negotiate Terms & Conditions and close deals
• Cross-Sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account
• Participate in Sales Team meeting as related to assigned brokers and / or territory
• Measure exposures/analyze risk
• Quote and set coverage, negotiate terms and conditions
• Service accounts, handles declination's/cancellations
• Participate in marketing presentations to assigned agents/brokers.
• Develop and maintain positive customer relationships by meeting regularly with customers
• Anticipate customer needs, monitor trends in order to recommend changes
  
  

Market Facing Domestic Casualty Supporting Lines Underwriter Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
• Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience with Microsoft Office
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office experience
• Knowledge of Multiple product lines in the Casualty space (General Liability, Workers Comp, Auto)
• Excellent Time Management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
  

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $94,000.00 - $139,000.00 with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code

• 1033.
  
  

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Chicago

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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