Senior Construction Underwriter (Sr Level III or AVP Level IV)

Company: Zurich 56 Company Ltd
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Construction Underwriter (Sr Level III or AVP Level IV)Zurich is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Underwriter, (Senior Level III or AVP Level IV) to join our National Accounts Construction team in Zurich's Seattle office. While this position will be based out of our Seattle 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. We may at the sole discretion of the Hiring Manager be willing to hire remotely in the Portland, OR area.This role will be filled at either the Senior Construction Underwriter (Level III) or AVP, Construction Underwriter (Level IV). 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.As a Senior Construction Underwriter, (Sr. Level III or AVP Level IV) you will handle complex new and renewal domestic P&C Construction accounts and serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers focused in the Pacific Northwest area.In this role, you will:

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.
• Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business related needs, as appropriate.
• May provide guidance to lower level associates.
• 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.
• Supports the 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, Senior Level III:
  • 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 environmentBasic Qualifications, AVP Level IV:
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
    • OR
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
    • OR
    • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
    • OR
    • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
    • AND
    • Experience with Microsoft OfficePreferred Qualifications (Both Levels):
      • Bachelor's Degree
      • Technical knowledge of Construction Casualty or Property Underwriting
      • Established broker relationships (retail brokers) within the New York region.
      • Strong verbal and written communication skillsCompensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. The combined salary range for this position is $120,000.00 - $222,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Senior is $120,000.00 - $170,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. For the AVP is $172,000.00 - $222,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vetLocation(s): AM - Seattle, AM - PortlandRemote Working: HybridSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No
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