Executive Underwriter OR AVP Underwriting Director-Workers Compensation

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.•Olathe, KS

1d•$100,000 - $215,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a market-facing Underwriter. This position can be filled at two different levels, Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director, to build and manage a specialized Workers Compensation portfolio within the franchised auto dealer segment. This role combines production underwriting with subject matter leadership, partnering closely with sales while driving disciplined risk selection, pricing, and profitable growth. The position is well-suited for a self-starter who operates with strong ownership and autonomy—able to identify opportunities, shape direction, and elevate team capability through training and support in Workers Compensation. Over time, the role will expand to a broader underwriting focus across Property & Casualty, supporting integrated account management and overall portfolio performance. This position will need to have Strong Workers Compensation expertise.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a team environment
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.
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
Experience working in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Microsoft Office experience
Strong Workers Compensation expertise; experience underwriting franchised auto dealers.

Responsibilities

Monitor and review work undertaken across a number of small to medium scale projects or a large complex project in order to ensure appropriate use of resources and adherence to schedules.
Provide advisory services to colleagues on a daily basis, measuring exposure and analyzing risk in order to provide appropriate coverage that meets the organization´s risk and compliance processes.
Research primary data sources, select relevant information, analyze key themes and trends and make recommendations to support operational decision-making such as which coverage to provide.
Research best practice and provide consultancy to support senior management in developing and improving processes and systems relevant to underwriting.
Assess complex customer cases, evaluate their unique needs and apply technical techniques and know-how to recommend a solution.
Build relationships with customers by handling a range of queries and provide advice with the development of an account to create additional value for the organization and customers.
Apply rating tools and methodologies to own work area to deliver to customers and offer suggestions for improvements.