Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter- Construction Property

Zurich is currently hiring an experienced Construction Property Underwriter (Level II or Level III) to join the Construction Property team at one of our locations in the south : Addison, TX, Houston, TX, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC or Maitland, FL.

Zurich gives you the tools and support to construct a rewarding career in the Insurance industry. We are looking for a Construction Property Underwriter (Level II or Sr. Level III) to work out of one our offices in the south. Addison, TX, Houston, TX, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC or Maitland, FL. While this position will be based out of one of these locations, 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. In this role you will be working with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability.

As Construction Property Underwriter (Level II or Level III) you will have a chance to use your marketing and analytical skills along with your knowledge of buildings to analyze and underwrite new and renewal property business both in the US and internationally. This is a market facing position and we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of commercial construction property policies. There will be 20%-25% travel for this position.

This role will be filled at either the Construction Property Underwriter (Level II) or Construction Property Underwriter (Level III). 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.

Key Accountabilities of this role :

• 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.

Basic Qualifications :

Construction Property Underwriter (Level II) :

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Construction Property Underwriter (Level III) :

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Preferred Qualifications :

Possess knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business

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 combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $165,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $75,000.00 - $125,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. For the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 - $165,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

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

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.

Location(s) : AM - Addison, AM - Atlanta, AM - Dallas, AM - Houston, AM - Maitland, AM - Charlotte

Remote Working : Hybrid

Schedule : Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered :  No

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