AVP, Underwriting Manager- Middle Markets
About The Position
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 is an exciting time to join Middle Markets at Zurich in our Chicago market! In this role you will manage a team of skilled Property & Casualty production Underwriters as well as a team. You will be expected to travel as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate key broker relationships. This is a critical role in driving an engaging team culture. This role requires a strong technical, staff development and sales execution mindset.
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 Under 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.
- AND 2 or more years of management experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree
- CPCU
- Advance knowledge of product lines and insurance industry
- Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
- Excellent skills in relationship building
- Strong presentation skills
- Results oriented
- Strategic planning and execution experience
- Strong negotiation skills
- Experience managing complex portfolios
- Technical knowledge of insurance industry operations and processes
- Knowledge in risk selection and strategical components of anticipating the market environment
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of skilled Property & Casualty production Underwriters.
- Travel as necessary to support the needs of the team.
- Cultivate key broker relationships.
- Drive an engaging team culture.
- Utilize a strong technical, staff development and sales execution mindset.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
- Bonuses
- Merit increases
- Short-term incentive bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
