Senior Underwriting Leader – Surety Commercial

Zurich NA; New Jersey; Remote; USD 200,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America seeks a VP, Sr. UW Manager - Surety Commercial in the East Region. The leader will coach a market-facing team of underwriters, develop talent, and align underwriting with business strategy while cultivating key broker relationships across the Northeast.

The role emphasizes technical underwriting expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic oversight to ensure profitable book growth. Travel to support the team is expected (15-20%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in underwriting or related field.
• 2+ years of people management experience.
• Experience in a specialized line of business or segment.
• CPCU preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of market facing underwriters and provide continuous coaching.
• Oversee development plans for underwriters to drive profitable business outcomes.
• Develop underwriting processes aligned with strategic objectives.
• Identify market trends and pricing structure with actuaries.
• Maintain relationships with distributors (agents/brokers) and customers.

Skills

People management

Underwriting leadership

Broker relationships

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPCU

Job description

Zurich North America seeks a VP, Sr. UW Manager - Surety Commercial in the East Region. The leader will coach a market-facing team of underwriters, develop talent, and align underwriting with business strategy while cultivating key broker relationships across the Northeast.

The role emphasizes technical underwriting expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic oversight to ensure profitable book growth. Travel to support the team is expected (15-20%).