Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director - Construction Professional Liability to join our Specialties Construction team. We are open to hiring talent at any Zurich office location. We may, at the sole discretion of the Hiring Manager, be open to hiring remote talent.

This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director - Construction Professional Liability. As a Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director - Construction Professional Liability you will handle complex new and renewal domestic Construction Professional Liability accounts and serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers focused in the US.Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.

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

Basic Qualifications, Executive Underwriter Level:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR 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 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 Underwriting Support areaOR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND Experience with Microsoft Office

Bachelor’s Degree Technical knowledge of Construction Professional Liability Underwriting Creative problem solving skills We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $100,000.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%.

The proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriter Director is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.

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