Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director - Wrap Up's
About the position Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director – Wrap Ups to join our Global Specialties Underwriting team in Chicago. We are also open to hiring talent at any Zurich Midwest regional office location. We may, at the sole discretion of the Hiring Manager, be open to hiring remote talent located in the Midwest US. As an Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director – Wrap Ups you will manage complex new and renewal domestic Wrap Up accounts and serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team. 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 Select Brokers focused in the Midwest US. This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director – Wrap Ups . 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. In this role, you will: Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules. Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business-related needs, as appropriate. May provide guidance to lower-level associates. Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions. Supports the sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers. Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities. Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities. Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity. Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose. Responsibilities • Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules. • Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business-related needs, as appropriate. • May provide guidance to lower-level associates. • Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions. • Supports the sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers. • Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities. • Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities. • Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity. • Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose. Requirements • Executive Underwriter, Wrap Ups 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 • AVP, Underwriting Director, Wrap Ups: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area 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 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 Nice-to-haves • Bachelor’s Degree • Technical knowledge of Construction Wrap Ups • Established broker relationships (retail brokers). • Sales execution mindset • Creative problem-solving skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills