Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Excess Casualty

Underwriting Specialist Or Executive Underwriter Excess Casualty

Zurich is currently looking to hire an experienced Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter Excess Casualty to join our growing Construction team! We are open to hiring an experienced Underwriter in one of the following locations : Chicago, IL, Overland Park, KS, Pittsburgh, PA, Independence, OH, or Minneapolis, MN. While we are open to one of these locations, 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 will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office / market three days per week. The ideal candidate will have a background in Excess Casualty and / or Construction. This role will be filled at either an Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant's experience and skillset relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

What you can expect in an Underwriting position at Zurich :

• Develop and maintain relationships with broker partners and customers in the Construction industry in support of business objectives
• Leverage your casualty underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure evaluation, and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book of new and renewal business
• Work collaboratively across business units including but not limited to; claims, finance, risk engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry
• Be empowered to use your market facing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to grow and develop relationships with preferred distribution partners in an assigned territory

In this role, you will be responsible for :

Underwriting Specialist Basic Qualifications :

Executive Underwriter Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. The combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $165,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $75,000.00 - $125,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 - $165,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich? Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers, and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation.