Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety

Contract Surety UnderwriterZurich North America is currently looking for a Contract Surety Underwriter to join our large account contract space. This is a highly technical and market facing position and requires experience with Surety lines of business. We are open to hiring talent located within the east region at different locations. This position will require approximately 20% travel. Our ideal candidate would live in Chicago. We are open to one of the following locations: Atlanta, Dallas, Florida Virtual, Ft. Lauderdale, Georgia Virtual, Houston, Kansas Virtual, Miami, Overland Park or Texas Virtual. This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety officer 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.This role is responsible for the following:Production and underwriting of new and renewal Surety businessManaging of a large book of prominent accountsInternal marketing and production within Zurich North America in support of our cross-sell effortsExecution of the external marketing strategyAdherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwritingEstablish new as well as develop existing agency and broker relationshipsWorking within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexityExecutive Underwriter (Level III) Basic QualificationsHigh 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 areaZurich approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, or Market Facing area.Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.Knowledge of Microsoft OfficeExperience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal businessExperience working in a team environment.AVP, Underwriting DirectorQualificationsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, or Market Facing area.High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years in the Underwriting, or Market Facing area.Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.Experience with Microsoft OfficePreferred QualificationsBachelor's DegreeEstablished broker relationships.Sales execution mindsetCreative problem-solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAt 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. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled.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%. For the AVP, Underwriting Director is $130,000.00- $215,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more. 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. Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies.