Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Energy, Oil, Gas & Chemicals
Company : Zurich North America
Location : Houston, Texas (Hybrid – Remote Work available)
Schedule : Full Time
Employment Type : Full-time
ZURICH is hiring for an Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – Energy, Oil, Gas & Chemicals to join our National Accounts team in Zurich’s Houston office. This role requires visibility in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and to be in the office / market three days per week. Hiring may be open to remote work at the discretion of the hiring manager.
ZURICH Energy is a leading provider of insurance solutions in the Energy industry and has supported Energy clients for over 30 years. Our team of experienced underwriting specialists strives to provide solutions to address today’s challenges and collaborate with clients to address emerging risks. We view Sustainable Energy as a key growth initiative and invest across the organization.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Provide guidance to lower level associates as needed.
- Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) to support business retention and acquisition and work with customers to determine their insurance needs and provide solutions.
- Support 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 the organization’s appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
- Make broker / customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area (AVP level).High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area (AVP level).Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area (AVP level).Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area (AVP level).Experience with Microsoft Office.Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s DegreeAdvanced knowledge and practice of lines of business.Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, and national / local filing regulations and guidelines.Ability to effectively assess risk.Ability to work in a team-based environment.Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.Strong presentation skills.Compensation
The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials. The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00 - $215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 - $165,000.00 with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. The proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriting Director is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00 with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.
Legal and Equal Opportunity
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.
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