Executive Underwriter - E&S Excess Casualty Job at Zurich Insurance Company Ltd., Atlanta, GA

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  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • Atlanta, GA

Job Description

Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter - Excess Casualty to join our E&S team for our Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX or Houston, TX.  While this position will be based out of our Atlanta, Dallas or Houston location, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers. In this role you will be working with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability. 

Zurich E&S is dedicated 100% to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction! 


As an Executive Underwriter - Excess Casualty you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career as a member of seasoned and dynamic team. You will be underwriting new and renewal business, under limited direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on a variety of accounts. We focus strongly on our customers and are seeking someone with the ability to develop exceptional relationships and a strong market facing presence.

 
Our Executive Underwriter – E&S Excess Casualty is responsible for:
 

  • Proactively seeking new account opportunities and managing existing renewal accounts.
  • Demonstrating specialized knowledge and expertise in underwriting excess casualty lines of business.
  • Completing detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
  • Contributing to the development and completion of proposals.
  • Qualifying accounts that meet the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
  • Making agent/broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
  • Negotiating Terms & Conditions and closing deals.
  • Cross-Selling other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
  • Participating in Sales Team meetings as related to assigned brokers and / or territory.
  • Proactively engaging in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
  • Developing strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by Business Unit.

 

Basic Requirements:

 

  • 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 are a
    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

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Excess Casualty experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Microsoft Office experience

 

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. 

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $98,500.00 to $165,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. 

 

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

 

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

 

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

 

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

 

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. 

 

Location(s): AM - Atlanta, AM - Dallas, AM - Houston 
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No 

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Apprenticeship, Work at office, Local area, Visa sponsorship, Flexible hours,

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