Remote Contract Surety Underwriter — Large Accounts

Zurich NA; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America seeks a Contract Surety Underwriter for the West region. This market-facing role focuses on large contract surety, expanding a portfolio with domestic and international accounts, and building broker relationships.

The position offers autonomy with broad authority and roughly 20% travel across the region. Candidates should have significant underwriting experience and the ability to navigate complex assignments in a collaborative, global-brand environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Underwriting or Market Facing area, or 10+ years in Claims/Underwriting Support.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with Associate Degree and 3+ years in relevant area, or 8+ years in Claims/Underwriting Support.
• Knowledge of lines of business and regulatory guidelines.
• Experience with time constraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and analyzing new and renewal large contract surety.
• Navigate complex assignments with autonomy.
• Build and maintain strategic broker and agency relationships.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Underwriting Experience

Broker/Agency Relationships

Regulatory Knowledge

Quotes Timelines

Education

College Degree

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice (Associate Degree)

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich North America seeks a Contract Surety Underwriter for the West region. This market-facing role focuses on large contract surety, expanding a portfolio with domestic and international accounts, and building broker relationships.

The position offers autonomy with broad authority and roughly 20% travel across the region. Candidates should have significant underwriting experience and the ability to navigate complex assignments in a collaborative, global-brand environment.