West Region Contract Surety Underwriter (Remote)

Zurich NA; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Contract Surety Underwriter for the West Region to manage large accounts and drive business development across 13 Western States. This market-facing role offers autonomy and broad authority within the team.

The position requires experience with surety lines of business, strong broker relationships, and alignment with Zurich's collaborative, global culture. Travel ~20% is expected; locations include multiple states in the West and top-tier agents to grow the

Qualifications

• Experience with surety lines of business
• Knowledge of underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Strong client relationship building with brokers and agents
• Comfort with travel and regional responsibilities
• Attention to detail and analytical capabilities

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business for 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

Surety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich North America is seeking a Contract Surety Underwriter for the West Region to manage large accounts and drive business development across 13 Western States. This market-facing role offers autonomy and broad authority within the team.

The position requires experience with surety lines of business, strong broker relationships, and alignment with Zurich's collaborative, global culture. Travel ~20% is expected; locations include multiple states in the West and top-tier agents to grow the