Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter, Large Property

<p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style="">Zurich is seeking a Property Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter, Large Property for our National Accounts Large Property Underwriting team in our San Francisco or Los Angeles. While this position will be based out of a Zurich office, 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 and be in the office/market three days per week.<br><br></span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style="">This role will be filled at either the Property Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter level. 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.</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style="">As a Property Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter, Large Property 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 commercial property policies.<br><br>Some of the key accountabilities of this role include:</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business related needs, as appropriate.</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">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.</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Support the organization's sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.</span></li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style="">Basic Qualifications – Underwriting Specialist, Large Property:</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><ul><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style=""><span style="background-color:white">High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.<br></span><span style="background-color:white">OR</span></span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style=""><span style="background-color:white">High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area<br></span><span style="background-color:white">OR</span></span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style=""><span style="background-color:white">Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area<br></span><span style="background-color:white">OR</span></span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style=""><span style="background-color:white">Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or</span><br><span style="background-color:white">Underwriting Support area<br></span><span style="background-color:white">AND</span></span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style=""><span style="background-color:white">Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines</span></span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style=""><span style="background-color:white">Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business</span></span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style=""><span style="background-color:white">Experience with Microsoft Office</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style="">OR</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style="">Basic Qualifications - Executive Underwriter, Large Property:</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in commercial underwriting or brokerage or market facing area<br>OR</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the claims or underwriting support area<br>OR</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area<br>OR</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Knowledge of Microsoft Office</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Experience working in a team environment</span></li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"><span style="">Preferred Qualifications (Both levels):</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white"> </p><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Bachelors Degree </span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in Western Region</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Sales execution mindset</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Creative problem solving skills</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Strong verbal and written communication skills</span></li></ul><div></div><p> </p><p><span style="">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 combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist  is $75,000.00 - $125,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.  The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $130,000.00 - $215,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="">We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. 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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="">Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="">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="">Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.</span></p><p><span style=""><strong> </strong></span></p><p><span style=""><strong>Please note:</strong> Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. 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