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Underwriter - Large Contract Surety
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
📍 Virtual
RemoteFull-timeContract
Job description
<p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Invest your career with an industry you can bank on…Insurance! Zurich North America is currently looking for an Underwriter to join our large account contract space. We are looking for someone to work from one of the following major cities/states: AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, KY, NC, MO, MS, OK, SC, TN, TX.</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Your bright ideas and determination will help us drive positive impact with our customers, communities, and each other. Our global footprint and 148 years of experience enables you to develop your skills and put your problem-solving expertise to use while working with a wide range of Fortune 500® companies. </span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To bring leading talent into the organization and foster a <strong>culture of innovation and excellence</strong>, we <strong>encourage professionals from wide range of backgrounds </strong>and industries to apply and: </span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Join a <strong>global company</strong> that gives you <strong>empowermen</strong>t over your own activities and decisions</span></li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Use <strong>your financial/credit/accounting acumen</strong> along with your analytical and customer focus to support our team </span></li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Have the <strong>autonomy</strong> and f<strong>reedo</strong>m to be successful in your career</span></li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">This is a highly technical and market facing position and requires some experience with Surety lines of business. We are open to hiring talent located within different locations. This position will require approximately 20-25% travel.</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">This role is responsible for the following:</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><ul><li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Production and underwriting of new and renewal Surety business</span></li><li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Managing of a large book of prominent accounts</span></li><li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America in support of our cross-sell efforts </span></li><li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Execution of the external marketing strategy</span></li><li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Adherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwriting</span></li><li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Establish new as well as develop existing agency and broker relationships</span></li><li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity </span></li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Basic Qualifications:</span></p><p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><ul><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance, Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting, OR Banking experience.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">OR</span></li><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">AND</span></li><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment</span></li><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines</span></li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Preferred <span style="line-height:115%">Qualifications</span>:</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><ul><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Bachelors Degree with 2 or more years experience in the surety underwriting area</span></li><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong negotiation skills</span></li><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong verbal and written communication skills</span></li><li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Microsoft Office skills</span></li></ul><div></div><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $95,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards <a title="" href="https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits" target="_self">here</a>.]</span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Why Zurich?</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Please note:</strong> Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Location(s): AM - North Carolina Virt. Office, AM - Alabama Virtual Office, AM - Arkansas Virtual Office, AM - Atlanta, AM - Charlotte, AM - Dallas, AM - Florida Virtual Office, AM - Georgia Virtual Office, AM - Kentucky Virtual Office, AM - Louisiana Virtual Office, AM - Mississippi Virtual Office, AM - Missouri Virtual Office, AM - Nashville, AM - Oklahoma Virtual Office, AM - South Carolina Virt. Office, AM - Tennessee Virtual Office, AM - Texas Virtual Office<br>Remote Working: Yes<br>Schedule: Full Time<br>Employment Sponsorship Offered: No <br> <br><span style="color:#ffffff">Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-RA1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-REMOTE </span></span></p><p> </p><p> </p>