AVP, Underwriting Director- Large Property

Zurich is seeking a Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director Property for our Commercial Insurance team in our Atlanta office. 

As a AVP Underwriting Director Property you will have a chance to use your marketing and analytical skills. Specifically, you will analyze and underwrite new and renewal business, under general direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on assignments of higher technical complexity ensuring a high-level service to customers. This is a market facing position thus we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of commercial property policies.

This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office/market three days per week.

Some of the key accountabilities of this role include:

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
• Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business related needs, as appropriate.
• 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.
• Support the organization's 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.

This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

Executive Underwriter Basic Qualifications:

• 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 approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, or Market Facing area.
  OR
• Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience working in a team environment.

OR

 AVP, Underwriting Director Basic Qualifications: 

• 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 Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting
• Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in Southeast region
• Sales execution mindset
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

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