AVP Underwriting Manager - Group Captives

Zurich is currently looking for an AVP, Underwriting Manger to lead our Group Captives team of production Property and Casualty Underwriters! This position would be based in our Schaumburg IL headquarters. This is a hybrid opportunity between work-from-home and in-office time. You will be expected to travel (up to 50%) as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate key captive consultant, broker, and customer relationships. This is a critical role in driving further growth within the Group Captives business as well as an engaging and inclusive team culture.

 

Responsibilities will include the following:

 

• Manage market facing underwriters who proactively work with captive consultant partners on the successful renewal of the existing book and in the review of new submission opportunities.
• Identifies new growth opportunities with key distributors for areas of responsibility.
• Provide continuous coaching.
• Mentor staff to develop strong captive consultant, broker and customer networks as related to industries underwritten by the Group Captives team.
• Identify portfolio trends and coverage exposures that may impact profitable business results. Work closely with actuarial to ensure a proper price structure as it relates to captive renewals and new business submissions.
• Manage relationships with key partners by conducting line of business, book of business, class and segment analysis to ensure profitability and growth.
• Actively and periodically review portfolio of business against metrics of profit, growth and trends to recommend and implement action plans.

 

Basic Qualifications: 

 

• 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 approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
• Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  AND
• 2 or more years of management experience
   

Preferred Qualifications: 

 

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong underwriting acumen of Group Captives
• CPCU
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent skills in relationship building
• Strong presentation skills
• Results oriented
• Excellent negotiation skills

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).

 

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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. Please click here to learn more.

 

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