Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Cyber and Technology E&O

Zurich North America; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 87,200 - 188,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive pay

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Cyber and Technology E&O Underwriter in Los Angeles, offering a hybrid work schedule. This role focuses on underwriting Cyber and Technology policies, requiring strong relationship-building and underwriting expertise, with responsibilities including driving profitability and managing a diverse portfolio.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma with at least 3 years of underwriting experience or relevant claims experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $87,200 - $188,700 based on experience and role level.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of underwriting experience or relevant claims experience.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to work under time restraints.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of Cyber and Professional Liability policies.
• Develop relationships with brokers and clients.
• Contribute to underwriting strategies and initiatives.
• Monitor emerging trends in Cyber and Technology E&O.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Portfolio Management

Team collaboration

Professional Liability knowledge

Cyber knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Zurich North America is looking for a Cyber and Technology E&O Underwriter for our Middle Market segment. This position reports to the Head of Middle Markets within the Professional Liability & Cyber Business Unit.

You will be responsible for achieving key performance metrics to drive profitability, shifting portfolio mix, identifying paths for operational efficiency, and developing and executing our go-to-market strategy to drive new business and renewal retention. The Middle Market Professional Liability & Cyber Business Unit manages the growth and placement of the following lines of coverage for customers with up to $750M in revenue: Cyber, Technology E&O, Miscellaneous Professional Liability, Manufacturers E&O, and Employed Lawyers.

While this position is based out of the Los Angeles office, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role requires visibility in the marketplace, with the expectation of being in the office or market three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of Cyber, Technology E&O, Miscellaneous Professional Liability, Manufacturers E&O, and Employed Lawyers policies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of underwriting strategies and initiatives.
• Actively pursue new business opportunities and work to expand Zurich’s portfolio.
• Comply with underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules.
• Continuously monitor and assess emerging Cyber and Technology E&O trends—including threat vectors, claims patterns, legal/regulatory developments, and coverage evolution—and translate those insights into disciplined risk selection, pricing, and portfolio strategy.
• Manage and optimize portfolio performance, balancing growth, profitability, and risk selection in alignment with underwriting strategy.
• Develop deep expertise in Zurich’s Cyber and Professional Liability products and policy forms, and confidently communicate coverage positions, changes, and underwriting appetite to brokers to support deal execution and relationship development.
• Understand client needs and priorities and work collaboratively with brokers to develop solutions that create value for customers while maintaining underwriting discipline.

This role will be filled at either the Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

Underwriting Specialist Required Qualification

• 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, Underwriting Support area OR
• Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• Zurich approved Apprenticeship program 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

Executive Underwriter Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• CPCU
• Advanced knowledge Professional Liability and Cyber
• Ability to leverage existing relationships with Agents, Brokers, internal, and external business partners
• Portfolio Management Experience
• Excellent communication & presentation skills
• Collaborative
• Results oriented

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The combined salary range for this position is $87,200.00 - $188,700.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $87,200.00 - $142,700.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $115,200.00 - $188,700.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%.

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Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code 1033.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location: Los Angeles

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No