Senior Financial Institutions Underwriter

3 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. Full time
Senior Financial Institutions Underwriter

Zurich E&S is currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Institutions Underwriter to join our team in Chicago or New York City. In this role, you will be responsible for underwriting management and professional liability accounts specific to the financial service/financial institution industry segments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating manual rules.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external broker and agency communities and other internal Zurich business units to meet production growth goals.
  • Provide superior service to our broker partners and customers.
  • Identify and calculate the potential risk of loss from policyholders while establishing appropriate premium rates following Zurich guidelines.
  • Manage a portfolio of accounts and develop a pipeline of business.
  • Collaborate and cross-sell with other stakeholders and lines of business within Zurich.
Basic Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims, or Underwriting Support area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, or Market Facing area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines AND Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business AND Experience with Microsoft Office.
  • OR AVP, Senior Financial Institutions Underwriter Basic Qualifications:
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND Experience with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Financial Lines underwriting experience directly with Financial Institutions.
  • Service-oriented and responsive.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office skills.
  • Ability to effectively assess risk.

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. For additional information about our Total Rewards, click here. Other rewards may include short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill, and education. The salary provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. The combined salary range for this position is $115,000 - $205,000. The starting salary range for the Senior Financial Institutions Underwriter is $115,000 - $165,000, and for the AVP, Senior Financial Institutions Underwriter is $150,000 - $205,000.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers, and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet

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