AVP, UW Director OR VP, Senior UW Director, Construction Casualty

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.•Virtual, CO

3d•$132,500 - $287,000•Remote

About The Position

Zurich is seeking an experienced professional for their Specialties Construction team as AVP, Underwriting Director OR VP, Senior Underwriting Director Construction Casualty. This remote role, based in Colorado, will support the Western Region Construction Casualty business. The role involves handling complex new and renewal domestic Construction Casualty accounts, serving as a Subject Matter Expert, and building relationships with Select Brokers in the Western region. The specific level (AVP or VP) will be determined by the selected applicant's experience and skill set.

Requirements

Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience in a specialized insurance line of business or segment (Construction Casualty)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree
CRIS or CPCU
Technical knowledge of Construction Casualty Underwriting
Established broker relationships (retail brokers) within the Western 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.