Zurich North America
UA Associate - Construction Casualty
Zurich North America, Walnut Creek, California, United States, 94598
Underwriting Account Service Associate - Construction Casualty
Base pay range: $23.37/hr - $38.22/hr Hybrid work position. Candidate should be able to report into one of the following North American office locations: Denver, CO; Gold River, CA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; or Walnut Creek, CA. In-office attendance may be required occasionally. Role overview: Zurich North America is hiring an Underwriting Account Service Associate to join the Construction Casualty team. You will support and work closely with experienced Underwriters in the review and analysis of risks, applying research and analytical skills to assess risk and support underwriting decisions. Responsibilities
Reviews, evaluates, and summarizes risk exposures, controls, loss history, and financial condition to aid underwriting decisions around submission acceptance or declination. Follows instructions from Underwriters in areas of policy rating, pricing, policy construction, coverages & exclusions, mandatory forms, etc. to accurately quote and issue policies. Provides account servicing support in collaboration with Underwriter and Manager, with end-to-end servicing processes for new business, renewals, and endorsements for basic to moderately complex business and products. Responds to written or verbal inquiries in a timely manner under close supervision by Underwriter and/or Manager, working collaboratively with assigned underwriters. Supports Underwriter with broker/agent/distributor/customer interactions by providing basic customer service skills. Qualifications
Basic qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and no prior experience in Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance, or Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with Associate Degree and no prior experience, or High School Diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of experience in those areas. Knowledge of data collection and analysis; Microsoft Office experience. Preferred Qualifications
Insurance industry knowledge; knowledge of processing, rating and policy management systems used in the insurance industry. Strong verbal and written communication skills; relationship-building and active listening with customers and coworkers. Customer service experience; detail-oriented with timely data accuracy; self-directed to meet deadlines; multi-tasking skills. 5% travel. Additional Information
Location(s): Denver, CO; Gold River, CA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; Walnut Creek, CA. Schedule: Full Time. Remote Working: Hybrid. Employment Sponsorship Offered: No. EEO and Compliance: Zurich North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Disclaimer: This description reflects the current job duties and does not guarantee employment. See company policy for Total Rewards and further compensation information.
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Base pay range: $23.37/hr - $38.22/hr Hybrid work position. Candidate should be able to report into one of the following North American office locations: Denver, CO; Gold River, CA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; or Walnut Creek, CA. In-office attendance may be required occasionally. Role overview: Zurich North America is hiring an Underwriting Account Service Associate to join the Construction Casualty team. You will support and work closely with experienced Underwriters in the review and analysis of risks, applying research and analytical skills to assess risk and support underwriting decisions. Responsibilities
Reviews, evaluates, and summarizes risk exposures, controls, loss history, and financial condition to aid underwriting decisions around submission acceptance or declination. Follows instructions from Underwriters in areas of policy rating, pricing, policy construction, coverages & exclusions, mandatory forms, etc. to accurately quote and issue policies. Provides account servicing support in collaboration with Underwriter and Manager, with end-to-end servicing processes for new business, renewals, and endorsements for basic to moderately complex business and products. Responds to written or verbal inquiries in a timely manner under close supervision by Underwriter and/or Manager, working collaboratively with assigned underwriters. Supports Underwriter with broker/agent/distributor/customer interactions by providing basic customer service skills. Qualifications
Basic qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and no prior experience in Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance, or Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with Associate Degree and no prior experience, or High School Diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of experience in those areas. Knowledge of data collection and analysis; Microsoft Office experience. Preferred Qualifications
Insurance industry knowledge; knowledge of processing, rating and policy management systems used in the insurance industry. Strong verbal and written communication skills; relationship-building and active listening with customers and coworkers. Customer service experience; detail-oriented with timely data accuracy; self-directed to meet deadlines; multi-tasking skills. 5% travel. Additional Information
Location(s): Denver, CO; Gold River, CA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; Walnut Creek, CA. Schedule: Full Time. Remote Working: Hybrid. Employment Sponsorship Offered: No. EEO and Compliance: Zurich North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Disclaimer: This description reflects the current job duties and does not guarantee employment. See company policy for Total Rewards and further compensation information.
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