Market Facing Underwriter, Middle Markets

Found in: Talent US C2 - 2 weeks ago

San Diego, United States Zurich Insurance Company Full time

Zurich is seeking an experienced Middle Markets Underwriter (Mid-Senior or Senior Level) for one or more of our office locations in Southern, CA (Los Angeles, Irvine, or virtual in San Diego). While this position will be based out of one (or more) of these locations, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers.

Middle Markets is a key business segment within Zurich, and we are focused on attracting top customer advocates who possess a sales mindset, strong technical underwriting skills and solution focused problem-solving abilities. Our industry focus includes (not limited to) Financial Institutions, General Industries, Manufacturing, Technology, Professional Services and Real Estate. Zurich Middle Markets offers end to end solutions for our customers inclusive of international programs.

This role will be filled at either the Mid-Senior Middle Market Underwriter or Senior Middle Market Underwriter 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.

The Middle Markets Underwriter is responsible for:

Serving as a customer industry advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end to end solution for their insurance needs. Using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment and pricing Using risk insights, data and models to drive informed decisions at point of sale Identifying gaps and aligning Zurich’s products and value proposition to offer a solution that provides the contract certainty the customer needs Demonstrating strong analytical skills and executing as an innovative advisor Underwriting, analyzing and generating new and renewal business Market facing and production within the growing Middle Markets division  Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments

Mid-Senior (Level II) Basic Qualifications:

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
AND 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

OR

Senior Underwriter (Level III) 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree Ability to effectively assess risk Strong negotiation skills Strong retail broker relationships within the SoCal region Superior skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiating Possess knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines PC and related software skills CPCU and ARM a plus


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

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