[Hiring] Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Construction Casualty @Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.

Role Description

Zurich is currently seeking an Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – Construction Casualty to join our Midwest Team in one of the following locations: Ohio, Indiana or Michigan. While this position is remote, you must reside in Ohio, Indiana or Michigan to apply.

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 Ohio.

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 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 authority on complex assignments.

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 Experience with Microsoft Office.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area or Banking, Mortgage, Finance or Construction.
• OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area or Banking, Mortgage, Finance, Construction.
• OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• AND Experience with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Advanced knowledge and practice of line/s of business.
• Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to effectively assess risk.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on role, location, skills, and experience.
• Eligibility for bonuses and merit increases.
• Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

Company Description

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.

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®.

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.