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AVP, Underwriting Manager - Multinational (Regional)

AVP, Underwriting Manager - Multinational (Regional)

Los Angeles StaffingLos Angeles, CA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

AVP, Underwriting Manager - Multinational (Regional)

Zurich is currently looking to hire an AVP, Underwriting Manager- Multinational (Regional) to lead our International Team of Large Casualty Underwriters in the West region! We are open to hiring in Los Angeles, San Diego, or San Francisco. This is a hybrid opportunity between work-from-home and in-office time. You will be expected to travel as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate key broker relationships within the region (20%). This is a critical role in driving and engaging team culture. Our motto : One Carrier, One Solution, we are selling International and Domestic business together to provide a holistic solution to multinational customers. We are looking for someone with the following attributes :

  • Experience working on highly complex international placements for both guaranteed cost and loss sensitive program structures.
  • Strong sales and collaborative mindset.
  • Ability to find innovative solutions to ambiguous and complex problems.

Responsibilities will include the following :

  • Manage market facing underwriters who proactively seek new and renewal account opportunities.
  • Identify new growth opportunities with key distributors for areas of responsibility.
  • Ensure cross-sell within areas of responsibility to increase product density with the account.
  • Provide continuous coaching.
  • Mentor staff to develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by the international team.
  • Identify market trends and coverages' exposures that may impact business results. Work with actuarial to insure a proper rate / price structure.
  • Manage relationships with producers by conducting line of business, book of business, class and segment analysis to ensure profitability and growth.
  • Review agency books of business as well as profit / growth results and trends to recommend and implement action plans.

    • Required 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.
  • AND 2 or more years of management experience.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Strong underwriting acumen of foreign property and casualty.
  • Retail Broker relationships.
  • CPCU.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Excellent skills in relationship building.
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Results oriented.

    • 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. The proposed salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

    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.

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