Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety

Recruitment Consultant for Zurich North America Zurich North America is currently looking for a Contract Surety Underwriter to join our large account contract space. This highly technical and market‑facing position requires experience with surety lines of business. We are open to hiring talent located within the east region at different locations, with approximately 20% travel. Ideal candidates will be based in Chicago but locations include Atlanta, Dallas, Florida Virtual, Ft. Lauderdale, Georgia Virtual, Houston, Kansas Virtual, Miami, Overland Park, or Texas Virtual. This role will be filled at the Executive Underwriter (Level III) or AVP, Underwriting Director – Contract Surety Officer level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based on the applicant’s experience and skill set. Responsibilities Production and underwriting of new and renewal surety business. Managing a large book of prominent accounts. Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America to support cross‑sell efforts. Executing external marketing strategy. Adhering to underwriting rules, guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwriting. Establishing new and developing existing agency and broker relationships. Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity. Executive Underwriter (Level III) Basic Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5+ years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area. High School Diploma or equivalent and 10+ years of experience in the claims or underwriting support area. Zurich approved apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3+ years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area. Zurich approved apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8+ years of experience in claims or underwriting support area. Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience working on 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 of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area. High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14+ years of experience in claims or underwriting support area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5+ years in underwriting or market‑facing area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 12+ years in claims or underwriting support area. Experience with Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. Established broker relationships. Sales execution mindset. Creative problem‑solving skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Compensation 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 this range is $130,000.00–$215,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%. Additional benefits may include short‑term incentive bonuses and merit increases. Learn more about our Total Rewards by clicking here (link removed). Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Locations AM - Michigan Virtual Office AM - Atlanta AM - Dallas AM - Overland Park AM - Chicago AM - Houston AM - Kansas Virtual Office AM - Texas Virtual Office AM - Florida Virtual Office AM - Wisconsin Virtual Office AM - Georgia Virtual Office AM - Detroit AM - Ft. Lauderdale AM - Miami Remote Working Yes. Schedule Full Time. Employment Sponsorship Offered No. #J-18808-Ljbffr