Property Underwriter Level II or III Sr

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a Property Underwriter (Level II OR Sr. Level III) for our National Accounts Insurance

team in our Cleveland office. We are also open to hiring at our office in Pittsburgh. This is a hybrid position

requiring three days in office / market.

As Property Underwriter (Level II OR Sr. Level III) you will have a chance to use your marketing and

analytical skills. Specifically you will analyze and underwrite new and renewal business under general

direction utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on

assignments of higher technical complexity ensuring a high level service to customers. This is a market facing position thus we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of

Property policies.

Some of the key accountabilities of this role include :

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 insurancerelated needs and provide solutions.

Support the organizations 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 organizations appetite balanced with sound business

opportunity.

Make broker / customer and onsight calls with a planned and wellprepared purpose.

Basic Qualifications Level II :

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or

Market Facing field OR

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or

Underwriting Support area OR

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of

experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of

experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND

Knowledge of line / s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines

Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business

Experience with Microsoft Office

Basic Qualifications Sr. Level :

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or

Market Facing area OR

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or

Underwriting Support area OR

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of

experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of

experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business

Experience working in a team environment

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

See requirements for each level (level II level III (or Senior level)) outlined in the

qualifications section below

Knowledge of line / s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines

Established broker relationships (Retail select brokers) in Midwestern Region (Great Lakes area

in particular)

Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting

Sales execution mindset

Creative problem solving skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors Degree

Benefits

BENEFITS

Competitive compensation

Special insurance discounts

International opportunities

Personalized development

Leadership programs

Onsite fitness center (depending the location) or contribution

Medical and dental plans

REQUIREMENTS See requirements for each level (level II, level III (or Senior level)) outlined in the qualifications section below Knowledge of line / s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in Midwestern Region (Great Lakes area, in particular) Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting Sales execution mindset Creative problem solving skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications Bachelors Degree

Education

REQUIREMENTS See requirements for each level (level II, level III (or Senior level)) outlined in the qualifications section below Knowledge of line / s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in Midwestern Region (Great Lakes area, in particular) Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting Sales execution mindset Creative problem solving skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Preferred