Market Facing Underwriter, Middle Markets
You will serve as a customer advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their unique risks and offering the best end-to-end solution for their Property & Casualty insurance needs.
This role will be filled at either the Senior or AVP 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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain relationships with broker partners and customers across all industries in support of business objectives.
- Leverage your Property and Casualty underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure evaluation and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book of new and renewal business.
- Work collaboratively across business units including but not limited to; claims, finance, risk engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry.
Senior or AVP Level 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 are
AND
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
- Experience working in a team environment
AVP Level 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
AND
- Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and broker partners. They should also have a strong understanding of Property and Casualty underwriting principles and practices, as well as experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.