AVP, Underwriting Director, Construction Property
About The Position
Zurich North America is hiring an AVP, Underwriting Director, Construction Property to join our Specialties Construction team. This role will be responsible for various aspects of Construction Property portfolio management including utilizing data analytics to inform strategy, stewarding underwriting quality, and partnering in tool & product innovation efforts. Additional responsibilities include analyzing and underwriting highly complex new and renewal business in a referral capacity as a subject matter expert. This position will support Construction’s efforts in customer service and profitable growth, working closely with leadership and various internal stakeholders to deliver comprehensive first-party risk transfer solutions for Construction Property. There will be approximately 25% travel for this position.
Requirements
- 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 Office
Nice To Haves
- CPCU
- Advanced knowledge of Construction Property product lines, the commercial insurance and Construction/Engineering industry
- Strong Broker relationships
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent skills in relationship building
- Strong presentation skills
- Results oriented
Responsibilities
- Manage data analytics-based initiatives at a national level, providing insights and subsequent tangible action items
- Partner with Technical Underwriting in guideline and Business Strategic Directive development
- Spearhead SBU led efforts in underwriting quality, including file/regulatory documentation and Technical Underwriting Reviews/Audits
- Work at the highest authority limits on assignments utilizing a high degree of technical complexity and coordination, and under minimal direction, underwrite and analyze new and renewal business within delegated authority levels of highly complex assignments. Coordinate and support global referrals as required
- Demonstrate specialized knowledge and expertise in products and industry.
- Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating manuals.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
- Bonuses
- Merit increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
