West Region Contract Surety Underwriter — Remote/Hybrid

Zurich NA; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America seeks a Contract Surety Underwriter for the West Region to strengthen our portfolio and elevate client relationships across 13 Western states. This market-facing role requires deep surety expertise and the ability to manage large accounts with broad authority. The position offers location flexibility within the West and travel ~20% to engage top-tier brokers, agents and clients.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with 3+ years in underwriting/market facing roles.
• Experience with quotes on new and renewal business.
• Knowledge of lines of business and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and analyzing new and renewal large contract surety business.
• Navigating complex assignments with confidence and autonomy.
• Building and maintaining broker and agency relationships.
• Ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Large account management

Broker relationships

Underwriting knowledge

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

College Degree Preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Zurich North America seeks a Contract Surety Underwriter for the West Region to strengthen our portfolio and elevate client relationships across 13 Western states. This market-facing role requires deep surety expertise and the ability to manage large accounts with broad authority. The position offers location flexibility within the West and travel ~20% to engage top-tier brokers, agents and clients.