Zurich Insurance
Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter- Middle Market
Zurich Insurance, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter – Middle Market
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Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter – Middle Market
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Zurich Insurance
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Zurich Middle Markets has delivered double‑digit growth over the last four consecutive years and we are looking to add an experienced P&C Underwriter to work out of our Boston office or hybrid in New Hampshire or Maine (candidate must reside within NH, ME or MA). In this role you will serve as a customer advocate focused on improving the customer experience by understanding their unique risk and offering the best end‑to‑end solution for their Middle Markets P&C insurance needs.
What you can expect in a Property & Casualty Underwriting Position in Middle Markets at Zurich
You will develop and maintain relationships with brokers, partners and customers across all industries to support business objectives.
You will leverage your P&C 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 but not limited to claims, finance, risk engineering, actuarial, 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.
Level This role will be filled at either the Property & Casualty Underwriter, Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
Underwriting Specialist Required 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 Property and Casualty lines of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.
Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Executive Underwriter Required 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 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 are.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
Experience working in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Established relationships with Property & Casualty broker partners.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
CPCU and ARM a plus.
Compensation The combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 – $165,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist Level is $75,000.00 – $125,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. For the Executive Underwriter Level is $98,500.00 – $165,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.
Benefits At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. Please click here for more information about Total Rewards. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents.
Location and Remote Working Location(s): AM - Maine Virtual Office, AM - Boston, AM - New Hampshire Virt. Office
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule and Sponsorship Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Diversity Statement Zurich 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. 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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Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter – Middle Market
role at
Zurich Insurance
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Zurich Middle Markets has delivered double‑digit growth over the last four consecutive years and we are looking to add an experienced P&C Underwriter to work out of our Boston office or hybrid in New Hampshire or Maine (candidate must reside within NH, ME or MA). In this role you will serve as a customer advocate focused on improving the customer experience by understanding their unique risk and offering the best end‑to‑end solution for their Middle Markets P&C insurance needs.
What you can expect in a Property & Casualty Underwriting Position in Middle Markets at Zurich
You will develop and maintain relationships with brokers, partners and customers across all industries to support business objectives.
You will leverage your P&C 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 but not limited to claims, finance, risk engineering, actuarial, 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.
Level This role will be filled at either the Property & Casualty Underwriter, Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
Underwriting Specialist Required 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 Property and Casualty lines of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.
Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Executive Underwriter Required 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 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 are.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
Experience working in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Established relationships with Property & Casualty broker partners.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
CPCU and ARM a plus.
Compensation The combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 – $165,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist Level is $75,000.00 – $125,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. For the Executive Underwriter Level is $98,500.00 – $165,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.
Benefits At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. Please click here for more information about Total Rewards. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents.
Location and Remote Working Location(s): AM - Maine Virtual Office, AM - Boston, AM - New Hampshire Virt. Office
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule and Sponsorship Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Diversity Statement Zurich 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. 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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