AVP, Underwriting Mgr OR VP, Senior UW Mgr- Middle Market

Middle Markets is a key business segment within Zurich, and we are focused on attracting top customer advocates who possess a sales mindset, strong technical underwriting skills and solution focused problem-solving abilities. Our industry focus includes (not limited to) Financial Institutions, General Industries, Manufacturing, Technology, Professional Services and Real Estate. Zurich Middle Markets offers end to end solutions for our customers inclusive of international programs. This is an exciting time to join Middle Markets at Zurich in our Chicago market!  

 
In this role you will manage a team of skilled Property & Casualty production Underwriters as well as a team. You will be expected to travel as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate key broker relationships. This is a critical role in driving an engaging team culture. This role requires a strong technical, staff development and sales execution mindset. 

 

This role will be filled at either the AVP, Underwriting Mgr OR VP, Senior UW Mgr- Middle Market Level. 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.

 

Basic Qualifications:

   

Senior, Underwriting Manager: 

  

• 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 Under 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.
  AND
• 2 or more years of management experience 

  

OR

 

AVP, Middle Markets Underwriting Manager: 

 

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing, Broker, Carrier, or Risk Management area within the Commercial Insurance industry
  OR
• Bachelor’s Degree with 20 or more years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support area within the Commercial Insurance industry
  OR
• ***Only current employees at reward level 7 and above may apply with a High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience***   
  AND 

• Experience in Middle Market Lines of Business 

• 2 or more years of people management experience 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• CPCU 

• Advance knowledge of product lines and insurance industry 

• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills. 

• Excellent skills in relationship building 

• Strong presentation skills 

• Results oriented 

• Strategic planning and execution experience 

• Strong negotiation skills 

• Experience managing complex portfolios 

• Technical knowledge of insurance industry operations and processes 

• Knowledge in risk selection and strategical components of anticipating the market environment 

 

 

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. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. 

The combined salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $356,400.00. The proposed salary range for the Senior, Middle Markets Underwriting Manager is $143,