Underwriter or Underwriting Specialist - Multinational
About The Position
Zurich is currently looking for an experienced Underwriter or Underwriting Specialist - Multinational to join our team in the New York office! While this position will be based out New York, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis being in office 3 days a week. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills. Specifically, you will underwrite and analyze new and renewal Multinational Casualty accounts. This is a market facing position and you will be expected to be visible in the marketplace 25% of the time. Our motto: One Carrier, One Solution, we are selling Multinational and Domestic business together to provide a holistic solution to multinational customers. This role will be filled at either an Underwriter or Underwriting Specialist level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skillset relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting 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
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- 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
- 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
- Multinational experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Microsoft Office experience
Responsibilities
- Underwriting, analyzing, and generating new and renewal business
- Market facing and production within the Middle Market Multinational division
- Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules
- Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships in the West Region
- Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments
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
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
