Zurich North America
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director - Excess Casualty
Zurich North America, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Excess Casualty
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Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Excess Casualty
role at
Zurich North America .
Zurich is seeking an experienced executive underwriter to join our E&S team at one of the following locations: Maitland, FL; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Dallas, TX; or Houston, TX. While the position will be based in one of those locations, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and to work with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability.
Overview Zurich E&S is dedicated 100% to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction.
As an Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Excess Casualty you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career as a member of a seasoned and dynamic team. You will be underwriting new and renewal business, under limited direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on a variety of accounts. We focus strongly on our customers and are seeking someone with the ability to develop exceptional relationships and a strong market‑facing presence.
Responsibilities
Proactively seek new account opportunities and manage existing renewal accounts.
Demonstrate specialized knowledge and expertise in underwriting excess casualty lines of business.
Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
Contribute to the development and completion of proposals.
Qualify accounts that meet the organization’s appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
Make agent/broker/customer and on‑site calls with a planned and well‑prepared purpose.
Negotiate terms & conditions and close deals.
Cross‑sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
Participate in Sales Team meetings as related to assigned brokers and / or territory.
Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
Develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by the business unit.
Executive Underwriter – Excess Casualty Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
AVP, Underwriting Director – Excess Casualty Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of E&S commercial insurance industry experience.
Technical knowledge of excess underwriting with E&S.
Established wholesale broker relationships (E&S brokers).
Creative problem‑solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Compensation Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—you’re welcome.
The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00–$215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the
Executive Underwriter
is $98,500.00–$165,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. The proposed salary range for the
Underwriting Director
is $130,000.00–$215,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.
Benefits We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.
Learn more about Total Rewards here.
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®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code.
Note for Applicants Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Job Details
Location(s): Maitland, FL; Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Excess Casualty
role at
Zurich North America .
Zurich is seeking an experienced executive underwriter to join our E&S team at one of the following locations: Maitland, FL; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Dallas, TX; or Houston, TX. While the position will be based in one of those locations, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and to work with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability.
Overview Zurich E&S is dedicated 100% to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction.
As an Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Excess Casualty you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career as a member of a seasoned and dynamic team. You will be underwriting new and renewal business, under limited direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on a variety of accounts. We focus strongly on our customers and are seeking someone with the ability to develop exceptional relationships and a strong market‑facing presence.
Responsibilities
Proactively seek new account opportunities and manage existing renewal accounts.
Demonstrate specialized knowledge and expertise in underwriting excess casualty lines of business.
Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
Contribute to the development and completion of proposals.
Qualify accounts that meet the organization’s appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
Make agent/broker/customer and on‑site calls with a planned and well‑prepared purpose.
Negotiate terms & conditions and close deals.
Cross‑sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
Participate in Sales Team meetings as related to assigned brokers and / or territory.
Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
Develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by the business unit.
Executive Underwriter – Excess Casualty Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
AVP, Underwriting Director – Excess Casualty Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area or
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of E&S commercial insurance industry experience.
Technical knowledge of excess underwriting with E&S.
Established wholesale broker relationships (E&S brokers).
Creative problem‑solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Compensation Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—you’re welcome.
The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00–$215,000.00. The proposed salary range for the
Executive Underwriter
is $98,500.00–$165,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. The proposed salary range for the
Underwriting Director
is $130,000.00–$215,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.
Benefits We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.
Learn more about Total Rewards here.
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®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code.
Note for Applicants Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Job Details
Location(s): Maitland, FL; Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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