VP, Sr. UW Director - Energy Casualty

Zurich•Los Angeles, NY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zurich is seeking a high-impact VP, Sr. Underwriting Director to grow our robust Energy Casualty Power & Renewables platform. This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role within a high profile & priority segment—driving new business, influencing strategy, and underwriting some of the most complex and innovative risks in today’s evolving energy landscape. At Zurich, underwriting is more than risk selection—it’s where data-driven insight meets market-facing leadership. You’ll operate in an empowered environment that encourages decisive action, thoughtful creativity, and disciplined underwriting execution. Here, you’ll have the autonomy to make meaningful decisions, the support to grow your expertise, and the platform to build a robust and rewarding career. As a VP, Senior Underwriting Director – Energy Casualty Power & Renewables, you will take ownership of a dynamic portfolio of complex new and renewal business, while serving as a trusted subject matter expert to internal and external stakeholders. You’ll be at the forefront of shaping our Power & Renewables strategy—bringing insights, influencing portfolio direction, and driving profitable growth. This role offers an incredible market-facing opportunity to strengthen and expand key broker and client relationships across the U.S., positioning Zurich as a partner of choice in the energy transition. You will lead from the front—combining underwriting excellence, commercial acumen, and relationship-building to deliver differentiated outcomes. If you’re motivated by impact, collaboration, and the chance to shape a growing portfolio, we welcome your application.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree and 9 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
OR Bachelors Degree and 18 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
AND Experience in a specialized insurance line of business or segment

Nice To Haves

CPCU
Advanced knowledge and practice of lines of business
Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
Ability to effectively assess risk
Ability to work in a team-based environment
Strong presentation skills

Responsibilities

Manage a prominent & bespoke book of business, including g. cost and loss sensitive risks
Drive new business growth through focused risk selection and strategy
Develop & maintain productive external relationships with key brokers & clients in the industry
Collaborate with Risk Engineering & Claims to anticipate the unique needs of Power & Renewable energy risks
Develop, expand, and enhance broker and client relationships through intentional visibility and frequent engagement
Build for the future through fostering team development, talent upskilling
Negotiate and place facultative reinsurance when applicable
Collaborate with other Zurich units where appropriate to deliver a holistic customer insurance solution
Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.