Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Surety
3 weeks ago
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Surety Zurich North America is currently seeking an Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director for the Core Contract Northeast Region Surety Division. This highly technical, market‑facing role requires substantial experience in Surety lines of business. The position is based in the upstate New York area and will require weekly travel to the region. Responsibilities Produce and underwrite new and renewal Surety business within delegated authorities. Manage a large book of prominent accounts and build relationships with agencies and brokers. Lead internal marketing and production efforts to support cross‑sell campaigns. Execute external marketing strategy and maintain high‑level customer service. Adhere to underwriting rules, guidelines, insurance laws, regulations and the Zurich Way of Underwriting. Operate within limits and authorities on assignments of varying complexity. Qualifications – Executive Underwriter High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5+ years in Underwriting or Market‑Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support OR Zurich Certified Apprentice (associate degree) and 3+ years in Underwriting or Market‑Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking OR Zurich Certified Apprentice (associate degree) and 8+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience delivering quotes on time for new and renewal business. Effective teamwork skills. Qualifications – AVP, Underwriting Director High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7+ years in Underwriting or Market‑Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice (associate degree) and 5+ years in Underwriting or Market‑Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice (associate degree) and 12+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support AND Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. In‑depth knowledge of Surety lines and legal/regulatory guidelines. Strong risk assessment and negotiation skills. Excellent broker relationships and customer‑service focus. Superior communication, active listening and needs‑analysis abilities. Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, and filing regulations. Salary and BenefitsSalary range: $98,500 – $215,000 (national average). Executive Underwriter: $98,500 – $130,000 with a 15% short‑term incentive bonus. AVP, Underwriting Director: $165,000 – $215,000 with a 20% short‑term incentive bonus. LocationAmerican Market – New York Virtual Office, American Market – Pennsylvania Virtual Office Remote Working: YesSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No Equal Opportunity EmployerZurich 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. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. Preferred vendors may use the Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. #J-18808-Ljbffr
-
state of new york, United States Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. Full timeZurich Insurance is currently looking for an Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director– Core Contract Northeast Region Surety Division. This is a highly technical and market facing position and requires experience with Surety lines of business. This position will be located in the upstate New York area or be willing to travel to this area weekly....
-
New York, United States NYC Staffing Full timeExecutive Underwriter Or AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy CasualtyZurich is hiring an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Primary Casualty to join our dynamic Energy Casualty team. Underwriting at Zurich offers a rewarding and empowered environment that allows underwriters to exercise both quantitative and qualitative reasoning...
-
New York, United States Zurich North America Full timeExecutive 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...
-
New York, NY, United States Zurich NA Full timeExecutive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy Casualty 129018 Zurich is hiring an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Primary Casualty to join our dynamic Energy Casualty team! Underwriting at Zurich offers a rewarding and empowered environment that allows underwriters to exercise both quantitative & qualitative...
-
New York, NY, United States Zurich NA Full timeExecutive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy Casualty 129018 Zurich is hiring an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Primary Casualty to join our dynamic Energy Casualty team! Underwriting at Zurich offers a rewarding and empowered environment that allows underwriters to exercise both quantitative & qualitative...
-
New York, NY, United States Zurich NA Full timeExecutive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy Casualty 129018 Zurich is hiring an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Primary Casualty to join our dynamic Energy Casualty team! Underwriting at Zurich offers a rewarding and empowered environment that allows underwriters to exercise both quantitative & qualitative...
-
New York, NY, United States Zurich NA Full timeExecutive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy Casualty 129018 Zurich is hiring an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director- Primary Casualty to join our dynamic Energy Casualty team! Underwriting at Zurich offers a rewarding and empowered environment that allows underwriters to exercise both quantitative & qualitative...
-
New York, United States NY Staffing Full timeExecutive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director - E&S CasualtyZurich is currently looking to hire an experienced Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director - E&S Casualty to join the new E&S Primary Casualty team in our Chicago, IL, Schaumburg, IL, or New York City, NY, office! While this position will be based out of Chicago, IL, Schaumburg,...
-
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...
-
New York, United States Zurich North America Full timeZurich is currently looking to hire an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – E&S Casualty to join our new E&S Primary Casualty team. The role will be based in Chicago, Schaumburg, or New York City, with flexible hybrid work options. Scope of the role You will be visible in the marketplace, engaging agents and brokers, and...
