Construction Casualty Underwriter

Zurich Insurance

103d • $52,900 - $86,600 • Remote

About The Position

Zurich gives you the tools and support to construct a rewarding career in the Insurance industry. We are looking for a Construction Casualty Underwriter to work remotely in Tennessee supporting our Southeast region. As Construction Casualty Underwriter you will have a chance to use your marketing and analytical skills along with your knowledge of buildings to analyze and underwrite new and renewal Casualty business both in the US and internationally. This is a market facing position and we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of commercial construction Casualty policies. There will be 15%-20% travel for this position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance, Banking, Mortgage, Finance, Construction or Market Facing area.
• OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Commercial Construction Casualty underwriting experience and broker relationships in the Southeast region.
• Ability to effectively assess risk.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• 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.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility.
• PC and related software skills.
• CPCU and ARM a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
• Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
• 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.
• Support the organization's 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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Short-term incentive bonuses.
• Merit increases.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED