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Zurich North America · 1 hour ago

AVP Underwriting Manager - Middle Market

positionCharlotte, NC
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$130K/yr - $213K/yr
date7+ years exp

Zurich North America is seeking an AVP Underwriting Manager for their Middle Market segment, based in Charlotte. The role involves managing a team of underwriters, fostering broker relationships, and driving team culture while supporting production underwriting teams in the South region.

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Hiring Manager
Wendy Lawrence
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Responsibilities

Manage a team of skilled Property & Casualty production Underwriters
Travel as necessary to support the needs of the team
Cultivate key broker relationships
Drive an engaging team culture

Qualification

Technical underwriting skillsManagement experienceCPCU certificationInsurance industry knowledgeStrategic planningRelationship buildingExperience managing portfoliosRisk selection knowledgeCommunication skillsPresentation skillsNegotiation skillsResults oriented

Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the claims or Under Support area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
2 or more years of management experience

Preferred

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

Benefits

Short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families

Company

Zurich North America

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Zurich American Insurance is an international commercial property-casualty insurance provider. It is a sub-organization of Zurich Insurance Group.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Schaumburg, Illinois, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.zurichna.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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James Bracken
Chief Financial Officer
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Ann Chai
Chief Risk Officer
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