Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy, Power Gen

Executive Underwriter Or AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy, Power Gen

Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter Or AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy, Power Gen to join our National Accounts team in Zurich's New York or Houston office. While this position will be based out of our New York or Houston office, 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 and be in the office / market three days per week. We may, at the sole discretion of the hiring manager, also be open to hiring talent remotely. 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.

Role Responsibilities

As a Senior Energy Oil, Gas & Power Gen Underwriter, (Sr. Level III or AVP Level IV) you will handle complex new and renewal domestic Energy Oil & Gas and Power Gen 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 New York area. In this role, you will :

• 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.

Basic Qualifications

Executive Underwriter :

AVP, Underwriting Director :

Preferred Qualifications (Both Levels) :

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 visit our website.

The salary 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 combined salary range for this position is $122,900.00 - $266,300.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter level is $122,900.00 - $201,300.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. The proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriting Director Level is $162,500.00 - $266,300.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please visit our website 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.