Zurich 56 Company Ltd
Executive Underwriter, Middle Markets
Zurich 56 Company Ltd, Iowa, Louisiana, United States, 70647
About the Role
Zurich Middle Markets has delivered double‑digit growth over the last four consecutive years, and we strive to exceed that growth in the years ahead. We’ve been dedicated to assembling a team of Middle Market leaders and underwriters who understand this space deeply. We are hiring an experienced Middle Markets Underwriter at the Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter level for our Iowa market. In this role you will serve as a customer advocate focusing on improving the customer experience by understanding their unique risks and offering the best end‑to‑end solution for their Middle Markets insurance needs. What you can expect in an Underwriting Position in Middle Markets at Zurich
You will develop and maintain relationships with broker partners and customers across all industries in support of business objectives. You will leverage your Middle Markets underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure evaluation, and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book of new and renewal business. You will work collaboratively across business units including claims, finance, risk engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry. You will be empowered to use your technical underwriting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to grow and develop relationships with preferred distribution partners in an assigned territory. Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. Knowledge of lines of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines. Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business. Experience with Microsoft Office. OR 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 Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice 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. Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Compensation
The combined salary range for this position is $70,600.00 – $153,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $70,600.00 – $115,700.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $93,400.00 – $153,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code §1033. Equal Employment Opportunity
Zurich in 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. Agency Statement
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
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Zurich Middle Markets has delivered double‑digit growth over the last four consecutive years, and we strive to exceed that growth in the years ahead. We’ve been dedicated to assembling a team of Middle Market leaders and underwriters who understand this space deeply. We are hiring an experienced Middle Markets Underwriter at the Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter level for our Iowa market. In this role you will serve as a customer advocate focusing on improving the customer experience by understanding their unique risks and offering the best end‑to‑end solution for their Middle Markets insurance needs. What you can expect in an Underwriting Position in Middle Markets at Zurich
You will develop and maintain relationships with broker partners and customers across all industries in support of business objectives. You will leverage your Middle Markets underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure evaluation, and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book of new and renewal business. You will work collaboratively across business units including claims, finance, risk engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry. You will be empowered to use your technical underwriting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to grow and develop relationships with preferred distribution partners in an assigned territory. Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. Knowledge of lines of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines. Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business. Experience with Microsoft Office. OR 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 Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice 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. Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Compensation
The combined salary range for this position is $70,600.00 – $153,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $70,600.00 – $115,700.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $93,400.00 – $153,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code §1033. Equal Employment Opportunity
Zurich in 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. Agency Statement
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
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