Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety

Zurich 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 locations including Atlanta, Dallas, Florida Virtual, Ft. Lauderdale, Georgia Virtual, Houston, Kansas Virtual, Miami, Overland Park or Texas Virtual. Role Level 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. 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 Execution of the external marketing strategy Adherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwriting Establish new and develop 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 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, or Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, or Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more 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 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, or High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, or Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years in underwriting or market‑facing area, or Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience 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 is $130,000.00 – $215,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr