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Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director Construction Property job at Addison, TX, United States of America
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What they do
A Property or Casualty Underwriter is an insurance agent who initially inspects homes or rental properties (or other property to be insured) for conditions such as physical deterioration that pose a risk to the carrier.
$98,630 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – Construction Property to join our South Specialties Construction team! This position will be based out of our Addison, TX, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC or Maitland, FL office. ?While this position will be based out of one 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. As Construction Property Underwriter, you will handle complex new and renewal Builders Risk and Fixed Property/Inland Marine accounts and serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers focused in the South Central and Southeast regions. In this role, you will: Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules. Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business related needs, as appropriate. May provide guidance to lower level associates. 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. Supports the 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 This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – Construction Property 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 Executive Underwriter –