Market Facing Underwriter, Middle Markets
Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Denver
Posted on: October 9, 2024
Job Description:
Zurich is seeking an experienced Middle Markets Underwriter
(Mid-Senior or Senior Level) for our office in Denver, CO. -While
this position will be based out of our Denver, CO 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 2-3 days a week. -Middle
Markets is a key business segment within Zurich, and we are focused
on attracting top customer advocates who possess a sales mindset,
strong technical underwriting skills and solution focused
problem-solving abilities. Our industry focus includes (not limited
to) Financial Institutions, General Industries, Manufacturing,
Technology, Professional Services and Real Estate. Zurich Middle
Markets offers end to end solutions for our customers inclusive of
international programs. - -
This role will be filled at either the Mid-Senior Middle Market
Underwriter or Senior Middle Market 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. -As a Mid-Senior or Senior
Middle Markets Underwriter you will handle complex new and renewal
Middle Markets business 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 in the
Mountain states. This is an exciting time to join Middle Markets at
Zurich! - -The Middle Markets Underwriter is responsible for: -
- Serving as a customer industry advocate with a focus on
improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and
offering the best end to end solution for their insurance
needs.
- Using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk
assessment and pricing
- Using risk insights, data and models to drive informed
decisions at point of sale
- Identifying gaps -and aligning Zurich's products and value
proposition to offer a solution that provides the contract
certainty the customer needs
- Demonstrating strong analytical skills and executing as an
innovative advisor
- Underwriting, analyzing and generating new and renewal
business
- Market facing and production within the growing Middle Markets
division -
- Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines,
insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules
- Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships
- Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex
assignments -Mid-Senior (Level II) Basic Qualifications:
-
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of
experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
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
-OR -Senior Underwriter (Level III) Basic Qualifications:
-
- 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
-Preferred Qualifications:
-
- Bachelor's Degree
- Ability to effectively assess risk
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong retail broker relationships within the region
- Superior skills in relationship building, active listening,
needs analysis, and win-win negotiating
- Possess knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and
renewal business
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques,
national/local filing regulations and guidelines
- PC and related software skills
- CPCU and ARM a plus -Compensation for roles at Zurich varies
depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to
the role, skill set, and level of experience. - As required by
local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of
compensation for roles. -For additional information about our Total
Rewards, click -here. Other rewards may include short term
incentive bonuses and merit increases. -The salary provided is a
nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the
applicable geographic differential associated with the location
where the position may be filled. -The -starting salary range for
the -Middle Market Underwriter -(Level II) -position is $90,000.00
-- $135,000.00 -and for the -Senior Middle Markets Underwriter (Sr.
Level III) -position is $115,000.00 -- -$165,000.00. -As an
insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code - 1033. -As a
condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any
COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time ().
-A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?
-Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich,
we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and
ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part
of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150
years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today,
Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial
property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk
management products and services for businesses and individuals. We
serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and
we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 -. Our growth strategy is not
limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide
ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an
environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive,
actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be
a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in
building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and
the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee
benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and
competitive compensation. Please click to learn more. -As a global
company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an
asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds
with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken
together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common
goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. 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/vet - -Zurich does not accept unsolicited
resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited
resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If
you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal
for resume submission. - -Location(s): AM - Denver
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: -No - -
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Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-WL1 #LI-ASSOCIATE - - -
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