Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Level I or Mid Level II)

Zurich is seeking an experienced Construction Professional Liability Underwriter, (Junior Level I or Mid-Level II) to join our Specialties Construction team. We are open to hiring talent at any Zurich office location. We may, at the sole discretion of the Hiring Manager, be open to hiring remote talent. 

 

This role will be filled at either the Junior-Level Construction Professional Liability Underwriter (Level I), or Mid-Level Construction Property Underwriter (Level II). 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.

As Construction Professional Liability Underwriter, (Junior Level I or Mid-Level II) you will handle complex new and renewal domestic Construction Professional Liability 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 US.

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.
• 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

 

 

Basic Qualifications Junior Level I:
 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance, Banking, Mortgage, Finance, Construction or Market Facing area.
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  AND
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment
• Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
  AND
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment
• Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines

 

OR

 

Basic Qualifications Property Underwriter II:

 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  AND
• Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience with Microsoft Office

 

Preferred Qualifications (Both Levels):

 

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• Technical knowledge of Construction Professional Liability Underwriting
• Established broker relationships (retail brokers). 
• Sales execution mindset
• Creative problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

 

 

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