Zurich North America
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety
Zurich North America, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety
Zurich North America is seeking a Contract Surety Underwriter to join our large account contract space. This highly technical, market‑facing role requires experience with Surety lines of business. We are open to hiring talent located in the East region at multiple locations, with a preference for candidates based in Chicago. This position requires approximately 20% travel. Eligible locations include Atlanta, Dallas, Florida Virtual, Ft. Lauderdale, Georgia Virtual, Houston, Kansas Virtual, Miami, Overland Park, and Texas Virtual.
Responsibilities
Production and underwriting of new and renewal Surety business
Managing a large book of prominent accounts
Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America to support cross‑sell efforts
Execution of the external marketing strategy
Adherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwriting
Establish new and develop existing agency and broker relationships
Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity
Executive Underwriter (Level III) Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a team environment
AVP, Underwriting Director Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Established broker relationships
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem‑solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Compensation The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00‑$215,000.00. Proposed salary ranges are $98,500.00‑$165,000.00 for the Executive Underwriter with a 15% short‑term incentive bonus, and $130,000.00‑$215,000.00 for the AVP, Underwriting Director with a 20% short‑term incentive bonus.
Benefits Zurich offers a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents, including competitive compensation, short‑term incentive bonuses, merit increases, and other rewards.
Equal Opportunity Employment 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.
Location & Remote Work Locations: AM – Michigan Virtual Office, Atlanta, Dallas, Overland Park, Chicago, Houston, Kansas Virtual Office, Texas Virtual Office, Florida Virtual Office, Wisconsin Virtual Office, Georgia Virtual Office, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami.
Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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Responsibilities
Production and underwriting of new and renewal Surety business
Managing a large book of prominent accounts
Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America to support cross‑sell efforts
Execution of the external marketing strategy
Adherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwriting
Establish new and develop existing agency and broker relationships
Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity
Executive Underwriter (Level III) Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a team environment
AVP, Underwriting Director Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Established broker relationships
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem‑solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Compensation The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00‑$215,000.00. Proposed salary ranges are $98,500.00‑$165,000.00 for the Executive Underwriter with a 15% short‑term incentive bonus, and $130,000.00‑$215,000.00 for the AVP, Underwriting Director with a 20% short‑term incentive bonus.
Benefits Zurich offers a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents, including competitive compensation, short‑term incentive bonuses, merit increases, and other rewards.
Equal Opportunity Employment 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.
Location & Remote Work Locations: AM – Michigan Virtual Office, Atlanta, Dallas, Overland Park, Chicago, Houston, Kansas Virtual Office, Texas Virtual Office, Florida Virtual Office, Wisconsin Virtual Office, Georgia Virtual Office, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami.
Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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