Underwriter OR Underwriting Specialist, Construction Casualty
About The Position
Zurich is seeking an Underwriter, Construction Casualty or Underwriting Specialist, Construction Casualty to join their Specialities Construction Casualty team in Dallas. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring three days per week in the office/market. The position involves analyzing and underwriting new and renewal Construction business in the US, requiring strong marketing, analytical, and sales execution skills, along with knowledge of commercial Property policies. Travel is expected to be 15%-20%. The specific level (Underwriter or Underwriting Specialist) will be determined by the hiring manager based on the applicant's experience and skills.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance, Banking, Mortgage, Finance, Construction or Market Facing area OR 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area (for Underwriter role)
- 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area (for Underwriting Specialist role, without Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice)
- Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment
- Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
- Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines
- Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
- Experience with Microsoft Office
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Construction underwriting experience and broker relationships in the South 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
- Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
- Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility
- PC and related software skills
- CPCU and ARM a plus
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area (for Underwriting Specialist role)
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 pay
- Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
- Bonus and merit increase eligibility
- Short-term incentive bonus eligibility (10%)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
