Zurich Insurance
VP, Head of Construction Professional Liability, Underwriting
Zurich Insurance, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
VP, Head of Construction Professional Liability, Underwriting
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Zurich North America is looking for a Head of Construction Professional Liability for our Specialties Business Unit. This position reports to the Head of Construction and can be based in one of Zurich’s offices with business travel expected. The role carries P&L ownership of the +$150 million Construction Professional Liability portfolio and requires a leader who can develop and execute diverse strategies, ensure all key performance metrics are achieved, and attract, develop and retain top talent.
Responsibilities
Leadership and oversight of the Construction Professional Liability underwriting team.
Effectively and efficiently manage the portfolio’s P&L, meeting key financial objectives.
Develop and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, distribution partners, clients and prospects.
Develop and execute underwriting strategies across the portfolio.
Achieve profitable growth and meet rate, retention and mix‑shift objectives.
Support cross‑sell initiatives inside and outside the SBU.
Drive talent management and achieve quality and compliance objectives.
Develop new underwriting processes and improve existing ones to support strategic business objectives.
Develop innovative, customer‑led solutions.
Promote and support Zurich’s sustainability initiatives.
Engage actively in field and industry events, representing Zurich at various events.
Collaborate, coordinate and communicate with key internal stakeholders including Technical Underwriting, Risk Engineering, Claims and Premium Audit.
VP - Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and 10 or more years of relevant underwriting or market‑facing experience within the commercial insurance industry.
5 or more years of management experience.
Prior Construction Professional Liability experience.
SVP - Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and 12 or more years of relevant underwriting or market‑facing experience within the commercial insurance industry.
5 or more years of management experience.
Prior Construction Professional Liability experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of Construction Professional Liability practices.
P&L and strategic planning experience.
Strong managerial, team‑building, influence management, thought leadership, collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to manage complex portfolios.
Technical knowledge of insurance industry operations and processes.
Excellent problem‑solving and organizational skills.
Strong executive presence and ability to interact with the C‑suite and all levels of the organization.
Ability to manage vision and purpose, leading the organization through innovative and creative thinking.
CPCU designation.
The combined salary range for this position is $198,000 – $378,300. The proposed salary range for the VP is $198,000 – $280,000 with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 25%. The proposed salary range for the SVP is $216,100 – $378,300 with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 35%.
Job Details Location(s): New York, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rocky Hill, Schaumburg. Remote Working: Hybrid. Schedule: Full Time. Employment Sponsorship Offered: No.
Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
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Zurich North America is looking for a Head of Construction Professional Liability for our Specialties Business Unit. This position reports to the Head of Construction and can be based in one of Zurich’s offices with business travel expected. The role carries P&L ownership of the +$150 million Construction Professional Liability portfolio and requires a leader who can develop and execute diverse strategies, ensure all key performance metrics are achieved, and attract, develop and retain top talent.
Responsibilities
Leadership and oversight of the Construction Professional Liability underwriting team.
Effectively and efficiently manage the portfolio’s P&L, meeting key financial objectives.
Develop and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, distribution partners, clients and prospects.
Develop and execute underwriting strategies across the portfolio.
Achieve profitable growth and meet rate, retention and mix‑shift objectives.
Support cross‑sell initiatives inside and outside the SBU.
Drive talent management and achieve quality and compliance objectives.
Develop new underwriting processes and improve existing ones to support strategic business objectives.
Develop innovative, customer‑led solutions.
Promote and support Zurich’s sustainability initiatives.
Engage actively in field and industry events, representing Zurich at various events.
Collaborate, coordinate and communicate with key internal stakeholders including Technical Underwriting, Risk Engineering, Claims and Premium Audit.
VP - Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and 10 or more years of relevant underwriting or market‑facing experience within the commercial insurance industry.
5 or more years of management experience.
Prior Construction Professional Liability experience.
SVP - Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and 12 or more years of relevant underwriting or market‑facing experience within the commercial insurance industry.
5 or more years of management experience.
Prior Construction Professional Liability experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of Construction Professional Liability practices.
P&L and strategic planning experience.
Strong managerial, team‑building, influence management, thought leadership, collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to manage complex portfolios.
Technical knowledge of insurance industry operations and processes.
Excellent problem‑solving and organizational skills.
Strong executive presence and ability to interact with the C‑suite and all levels of the organization.
Ability to manage vision and purpose, leading the organization through innovative and creative thinking.
CPCU designation.
The combined salary range for this position is $198,000 – $378,300. The proposed salary range for the VP is $198,000 – $280,000 with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 25%. The proposed salary range for the SVP is $216,100 – $378,300 with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 35%.
Job Details Location(s): New York, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rocky Hill, Schaumburg. Remote Working: Hybrid. Schedule: Full Time. Employment Sponsorship Offered: No.
Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
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