Zurich North America · 1 hour ago
Large Casualty Underwriting Portfolio Manager
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$113K/yr - $185K/yr
5+ years expZurich North America is currently looking for an experienced Large Casualty Underwriting Portfolio Manager to join our National Accounts Large Casualty team. The role involves collaborating with underwriting teams to enhance underwriting quality and develop strategies for portfolio profitability.
CommercialFinancial ServicesInsurance
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Bob Nelson, CDR
Responsibilities
Developing and implementing business and underwriting strategies to meet segment objectives
Ensure pricing tools are calibrated and fit for purpose with most recent view on yield curves, loss costs and expense loads
Drive segment strategies through collaboration with the field office network
Provide a consistent and clear communication on business strategies, profitability objectives, priorities, and accountabilities
Evaluate and communicate key underwriting/marketplace issues to peer and senior management staff
Conduct segment analysis to ensure profitability and growth of the business
Qualification
Required
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
Knowledge of Casualty product lines and insurance industry
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Ability to manage complex portfolios
Technical knowledge of insurance operations and functions
Casualty lines experience; CPCU
Strong strategic experience assessing / anticipating market environment
Knowledge of loss trends, triangles, and ratemaking
Ability to quantify risk and experience with forecasting methods
Ability to collaborate in a team environment
Coaching and mentoring experience
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to interact with the C-Suite
Knowledge in risk selection, program design & assessment
International casualty experience
Benefits
Short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
Company
Zurich North America
Zurich American Insurance is an international commercial property-casualty insurance provider. It is a sub-organization of Zurich Insurance Group.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Bracken
Chief Financial Officer
Ann Chai
Chief Risk Officer
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