Senior Commercial Lines Construction Underwriter Remote

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Construction Excess Casualty Wrap Underwriter (Senior or AVP) to join our team. This role offers flexibility in location, with options in the East region including New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, or any city with a Zurich office. As a member of our seasoned and dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career while working on complex accounts.

Main Responsibilities:

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• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities
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• Demonstrate specialized knowledge and expertise in underwriting National Account business
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• Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities
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• Provide technical guidance, assistance, and training to lower-level underwriters
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• Qualify accounts that meet the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity
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• Cross-sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account
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• Engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date
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• Develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by Business Unit
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Requirements:

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• 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, 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
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• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
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• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
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• Experience working in a team environment
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Preferred Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's Degree CPCU
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• Advanced knowledge of National Account Excess Casualty product lines
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• Knowledge of National Account Primary Casualty and loss sensitive programs and accounts
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• Strong broker/customer relationships
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• Excellent communication skills
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• Results-oriented
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Benefits:

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• Competitive salary range $120,000 - $172,000 depending on level of experience
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• Short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15% - 20%
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• Ongoing career development opportunities
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• Inclusive work environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and colleagues feel a sense of belonging
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Salary : $120,000 - $172,000