Senior Construction Casualty Underwriter

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Oregon (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Casualty Underwriter to join their dynamic team. This remote position offers the opportunity to leverage your underwriting skills while collaborating with top distribution partners. You will be responsible for managing complex accounts, evaluating risks, and delivering tailored insurance solutions. With a focus on enhancing customer experience and utilizing data-driven insights, this role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values innovation and creativity in the construction insurance sector, and make a significant impact in a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Underwriting or Brokerage.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a customer advocate and improve customer experience.
• Evaluate exposure, assess risks, and price insurance solutions.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk Assessment

Customer Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Senior Construction Casualty Underwriter

Zurich is currently hiring an experienced Senior Construction Casualty Underwriter to join the Construction team in Indiana or Ohio! The position would be remote.

Zurich is one of the leading insurance providers in the construction industry, our mission is to provide creative solutions for the risks our customers face today and in the future.

As a Construction Casualty Underwriter, you will handle complex new and renewal accounts across Auto, GL, and Worker’s Compensation. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with our Preferred Distribution Partners in Michigan. This is an exciting time to join Construction at Zurich!

The Construction Casualty Underwriter is responsible for:

• Serving as a customer industry advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end-to-end solution for their insurance needs.
• Using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment, and pricing.
• Using risk insights, data, and models to drive informed decisions at the point of sale.
• Market facing and production within the growing Construction division.
• Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating manual rules.
• Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments.

Senior Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level III) Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Brokerage or Market Facing area.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Technical knowledge of Construction Casualty Underwriting.
• Established broker relationships (retail brokers) in Michigan.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Location(s): AM - Indiana Virtual Office
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No