Construction Casualty Underwriter

1 week ago

Philadelphia, United States Zurich Insurance Company Full time

Zurich is seeking a Construction Casualty Underwriter Level II or Sr. Level III for our Commercial Insurance team in our Philadelphia office. This is a hybrid position that requires two-days per week in office.

This role will be filled at either the Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level II) or Senior Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level III). 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.

As Construction Casualty Underwriter Level II or Senior Level III you will have a chance to use your marketing and analytical skills. Specifically, you will analyze and underwrite new and renewal business, under general direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on assignments of higher technical complexity ensuring a high level service to customers. This is a market facing position thus we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of construction Casualty policies.

Some of the key accountabilities of this role include:

Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations. Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business related needs, as appropriate. Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and works with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions. 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 assessment 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-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.

Basic Qualifications: Construction Casualty UW II:

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

Basic Qualifications: Senior Construction Casualty UW III:

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 Microsoft Office Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree  Technical knowledge of commercial Construction Casualty Underwriting Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in Mid-Atlantic Region Sales execution mindset Creative problem solving skills Strong verbal and written communication skills


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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