Zurich North America · 1 day ago
Senior Underwriter OR Underwriting Specialist- Direct Markets Retail
Overland Park, KS
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $124K/yr
1+ years expZurich North America is a leader in risk management, currently seeking a Senior Underwriter to support their Direct Markets line of business. In this role, you will underwrite and analyze policies while managing relationships with brokers and ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines.
CommercialFinancial ServicesInsurance
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Rich Adams
Responsibilities
Complying with underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules
Managing a portfolio of accounts
Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships
Providing superior service to our broker partners and customers
Working within broad limits and authorities on complex assignments
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance 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
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
Bachelors Degree with 1 or more years experience in the underwriting area
Strong negotiation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Microsoft Office skills
Benefits
Competitive pay
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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