Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty
2 weeks ago
Executive Underwriter / AVP, Underwriting Director – National Accounts Excess Casualty Zurich North America is seeking an experienced executive underwriter or AVP/Underwriting Director for National Account Excess Casualty. Location: AM - New York (Hybrid). The position is based at the Zurich office but offers a flexible hybrid schedule, requiring presence three days per week.Schedule: Full Time.Employment Sponsorship: No. Responsibilities Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities. Demonstrate specialized knowledge in National Account underwriting. Conduct detailed opportunity assessments with distributors to identify growth. Contribute to proposal development and provide technical guidance to junior underwriters. Qualify accounts in line with organizational appetite and business opportunities. Make agent/broker/customer and on‑site calls with a clear purpose. Negotiate terms & conditions and close deals. Cross‑sell other lines to increase product density. Participate in sales team meetings related to assigned brokers and/or territory. Manage qualified opportunity list 90–120 days prior to effective date. Develop strong broker and client networks in relevant industries. Executive Underwriter – Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years in underwriting or market‑facing area, OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 10+ years in claims or underwriting support area, OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with associate degree and 3+ years in underwriting or market‑facing area, OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with associate degree, 8+ years in claims or underwriting support area, AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience working under time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business. Experience working in a team environment. AVP / Underwriting Director – Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and 7+ years in underwriting or market‑facing area, OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 14+ years in claims or underwriting support area, OR Zurich approved apprenticeship program with associate degree and 5+ years in underwriting or market‑facing area, OR Zurich approved apprenticeship program with associate degree, 12+ years in claims or underwriting support area, AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience working in a team environment. Experience with umbrella underwriting. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. CPCU. Advanced knowledge of National Account Excess Casualty product lines. Knowledge of National Account Primary Casualty and loss‑sensitive programs. Strong broker/customer relationships. Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills. Strong presentation skills. Results‑oriented mindset. Salary Range: $98,300–$213,000 annually. Executive Underwriter: $98,300–$161,000; AVP/Underwriting Director: $130,000–$213,000. Short‑term incentive bonus eligibility: 15% for Executive, 20% for AVP. Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement Zurich 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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New York, United States Zurich NA Full timeExecutive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty 123751 Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty. We are looking for talented professionals to join our Atlanta, New York, or Chicago offices. While this position will be based out of Zurich...
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New York, United States Zurich NA Full timeExecutive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty 123751 Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty. While this position will be based out of Zurich office location, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with...
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New York, United States Zurich Insurance Full timeExecutive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – National Accounts Excess Casualty Join Zurich Insurance as an executive underwriter or AVP/underwriting director for National Accounts Excess Casualty. This role will be based in Zurich office with hybrid flexibility and requires a strong marketplace presence, meeting agents and brokers, and spending at...
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New York, United States Zurich Insurance Group Full timeZurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty. We are looking for talented professionals to join our Atlanta, New York, or Chicago offices. While this position will be based out of Zurich office location, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with...
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New York, United States Zurich Insurance Company Full timeZurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty. While this position will be based out of Zurich office location, 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...
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new york city, United States Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. Full timeZurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty. While this position will be based out of Zurich office location, 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...
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New York, United States Zurich Insurance Full timeUnderwriting Director – National Accounts Excess Casualty Zurich Insurance is looking for an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP to lead our National Accounts Excess Casualty portfolio. The role is based in New York with a hybrid work arrangement and requires office/market presence three days per week. As an Executive Underwriter or AVP you will grow...
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New York, United States Zurich North America Full timeOverviewNational Account Excess Casualty Underwriter (Senior or AVP) at Zurich North America. This role is based in the Zurich office with a hybrid work arrangement and offices in Atlanta, New York, and Chicago. The incumbent will be visible in the marketplace to meet with agents and brokers and is expected to be in the office/market three days per...
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New York, United States Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. Full timeZurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty. While this position will be based out of Zurich office location, 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...
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New York, NY, United States Zurich NA Full timeUnderwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty 123751 Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- National Accounts Excess Casualty. While this position will be based out of Zurich office location, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible...
