Middle Market Financial Institutions Underwriter (Mid-Senior or Senior)
Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: New York
Posted on: January 18, 2025
Job Description:
Zurich Middle Markets has delivered double-digit growth over the
last four consecutive years, and we strive to exceed that growth in
the years ahead! We've been dedicated to -assembling a team of
dedicated Middle Market leaders and underwriters who understand
this space very deeply and who grasp the unique challenges of the
various industry segments and the individual customers we serve.
-We are looking hire an experienced Financial Institutions
Underwriter at the Mid-Senior or Senior level in our NYC Office. In
this role, -you will serve as a customer advocate with a focus on
improving the customer experience by understanding their unique
risks and offering the best end-to-end solution for their Middle
Markets Financial Institutions insurance needs. - -This position is
hybrid with two days per week in the New York office. -What you can
expect in a Financial Institutions Underwriting Position in Middle
Markets at Zurich: ---- -
You will develop and maintain
relationships with brokers partners and customers across all
industries in support of business objectives. - -
You will leverage your Financial
Institutions underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure
evaluation and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book
of new and renewal business. -
You will work collaboratively across
business units including but limited to; claims, finance, risk
engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining
extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry. - - -
You will be empowered to use your
technical underwriting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to
grow and develop relationships with preferred distribution partners
in an assigned territory. - -This role will be filled at either as
a Mid Senior or Senior 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. -Basic Qualifications:
-Mid-Senior Level: -
- 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 Level: -
- 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 o r
Market Facing area (ADD POP addendum)
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:
-
- Bachelor's Degree
- Private Equity Middle Markets Underwriting experience in the
Northeast Region
- Ability to effectively assess risk
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong retail broker relationships
- 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 -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 -$94,000.00
-- -$170,000.00. -The starting salary range for Mid-Senior Level
-is -$94,000.00 -- -$139,000.00 -and for -Senior Level -is
-$120,000.00 -- -$170,000.00. - -As an insurance company, Zurich is
subject to 18 U.S. Code - 1033. -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 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 -
-Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or
employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the
property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred
vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume
submission. - -Location(s): AM - New York
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: -No - -
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Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-NK1 #LI-ASSOCIATE LI-HYBRID - - -
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