Zurich North America · 2 days ago
Executive Large Property Underwriter or AVP, Director Large Property Underwriter
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $213K/yr
5+ years expZurich North America is seeking an experienced Executive Large Property Underwriter to join their National Large Property team. This role involves handling complex new and renewal domestic Large Property accounts while serving as a Subject Matter Expert and building relationships with Select Brokers in the Western US region.
CommercialFinancial ServicesInsurance
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Bob Nelson, CDR
Responsibilities
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
May provide guidance to lower level associates
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
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a team environment
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 AND
Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Technical knowledge of Large Property Underwriting
Established broker relationships (retail brokers) within the Western US region
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
Short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%
Short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%
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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