Property Underwriter

3 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Zurich NA Full time
Job Summary

Zurich NA is seeking a skilled Property Underwriter to join our National Accounts Insurance team in Chicago or other locations. As a Property Underwriter, you will play a crucial role in analyzing and underwriting new and renewal business, ensuring a high level of service to customers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
  • Develop, maintain, and collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business-related needs.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition.
  • Support the organization's sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers, and customers.
  • Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
  • Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
  • Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
  • Make broker/customer and on-site calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  • OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
  • OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  • OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
  • Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting.
  • Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in Midwestern Region.
  • Sales execution mindset.
  • Creative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Zurich NA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package and competitive compensation. If you are a motivated and experienced Property Underwriter looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.



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