AVP, Underwriting Director- Primary Casualty

Zurich is hiring an experienced AVP, Underwriting Director- Primary Casualty to join our quickly growing and dynamic Energy Casualty team! Underwriting at Zurich offers a rewarding and empowered environment that allows underwriters to exercise both quantitative & qualitative reasoning skill sets, in addition to exposure to a wide range of experiences, allowing the underwriter to build a rewarding & diverse career journey.

As a member of the Energy Casualty team, the AVP Underwriter will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply & hone underwriting, marketing and leadership skills while leveraging relationships with our key distribution partners. In this role, you will market, analyze, and underwrite primary casualty risks. This includes soliciting and underwriting new and renewal business to drive profitable growth. In addition, and under minimal direction, you will utilize The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework as a subject matter expert and ensure a high-level service to customers. As an AVP, you will serve as a leader and mentor to the team offering technical guidance on critical coverage issues, program structure customization, and pricing methodologies.

Zurich Energy is a leading provider of insurance solutions in the Energy industry and has supported Energy clients for over 30 years. By providing a broad array of products and services, we work with our customers to support their key business goals, while assisting to reduce their overall cost of risk. Our team of experienced underwriting specialists strive to provide solutions to address today’s challenges and collaborate with clients to address emerging risks. The team is primarily based out of Houston, but we are open to qualified talent across the country. A requirement of this position includes travel (15-20% travel commitment) comprised of targeted marketing, business development, and client engagement events.

Responsibilities include :

Market facing and production, including onsite client stewardship and broker visits

Management and development of robust new business and cross-sell pipeline

Serve as a customer advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end to end solution for their insurance needs

Deliver a disciplined & thorough approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment, pricing, and documentation

Use risk insights, data and models to drive informed underwriting decisions at point of sale

Develop & define program structure recommendations, including G. Cost & Loss Sensitive solutions, based on risk characteristics

Prepare and present comprehensive referrals, as necessary

Working independently, negotiate and deliver successful outcomes to the agent / broker

Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations

Work within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments

Manage key portfolio indicators within assigned territory, including Gross Written Premium, Retention, Rate, & Profitability

Opportunity to mentor & coach early-career team members

Visibility at industry events and contributions supporting long term strategy development and vision

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

Proficiency of Microsoft Office

Competence working within time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business

Experience working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree

Energy Casualty, or Casualty-driven underwriting experience, including Guaranteed Cost & Loss Sensitive

Existing network and familiarity within the Energy Casualty brokerage & client community

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Sales execution mindset

Creative problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office experience

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 click here . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation 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 proposed salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $213,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, 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. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here 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.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s) : AM - Houston

Remote Working : Hybrid

Schedule : Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered : No

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