AVP, Underwriting Director, Contract Surety

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.•Brisbane, CA

4d•$172,300 - $282,100•Hybrid

About The Position

At Zurich, we’re building a brighter future together. We are looking for an experienced professional to join our team as an AVP, Underwriting Director, Contract Surety at our office in San Francisco. If you’re passionate about underwriting and eager to collaborate in a dynamic, supportive environment, we invite you to apply and grow your career with us. As an AVP, Underwriting Director, Contract Surety you will handle complex new and renewal Middle Market Contract Surety 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 Southeast region.

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
Experience with Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree
CRIS or CPCU
Technical knowledge of Contract Surety
Established broker relationships (retail brokers) within the San Francisco region.
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

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.