Underwriting Specialist - Large Property

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$87,200 - $142,700•Onsite

About The Position

Zurich provides the tools, resources, and support to help you build a rewarding career in the insurance industry. We are seeking a Large Property Underwriter to join our National Accounts- team in Los Angeles. In this market-facing role, you will use your underwriting expertise, analytical skills, and understanding of commercial large property exposures to evaluate new and renewal large property business. This position requires strong broker relationship management, sales execution, and knowledge of commercial large property policies. Travel for this role is approximately 20%.

Requirements

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
OR 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
AND 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
Commercial Large Property underwriting experience and broker relationships in the Southern California 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
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.