Market Facing Contract Surety Underwriter (Senior or AVP)
Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: June 25, 2022
Job Description:
Zurich North America is looking for a Market Facing Contract
Surety Underwriter -(III or IV) to join our Contract Surety team in
the Los Angeles Region. - Ideally this role will be based out of
Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego or Riverside, however, we
will consider a remote/virtual work locations in the California
Region.This role will be filled at either a Level III or Level IV.
The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon
the selected applicant's experience and skillset relative to the
qualifications listed for this position.The Market Facing Contract
Surety Underwriter (III or IV) - role is part of the South West
Region responsible for managing a well established, mature
portfolio with a wide range of accounts sizes. This is a technical
and market facing position that requires significant experience
with contract surety or comparable credit analysis, and the ability
to establish new and foster exisiting relationships. -The Market
Facing Underwriter responsibilities include: -
- 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 agent/broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned
and well-prepared purpose.
- Negotiate Terms & Conditions and close deals.
- Cross-Sell other lines of business to increase product density
with the account.
- Participate in Sales Team meeting as related to assigned
brokers and / or territory.
- Develop strong broker and client networks as related to
industries underwritten by Business Unit.
- Calculate Target Price accurately by utilizing underwriting
tools appropriately.
- Lead complex technical or long-term (over 6 months) business
projects to implement new or changed systems, programs or
productsBasic Qualifications Surety Underwriter Level III: -
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of
experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, or Finance,
Accounting, Banking areaOR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of
experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate
Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or
Market Facing area, or Finance, Accounting, Banking areaOR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate
Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or
Underwriting Support areaAND
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and
renewal business
- Experience working in a team environmentPreferred: -
- Bachelors Degree
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Microsoft Office experience -Basic Qualifications Surety
Underwriter Level IV: -
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of
experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, or Finance,
Accounting, BankingOR
- 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 Finance, Accounting, Banking.OR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate
Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or
Underwriting Support areaAND
- Experience with Microsoft Office -Preferred -
- Bachelors Degree
- Advanced knowledge and practice of line/s of business
- Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques,
national/local filing regulations and guidelines
- Ability to effectively assess risk
- Ability to work in a team-based environment
- Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal
business
- Strong presentation skillsAs a condition of employment at
Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and
safety protocols (), including, without limitation, a requirement
that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO,
and upload proof of vaccination status, or a negative COVID test
result when applicable, to a third-party vendor. These protocols
are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at
any 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 - California Virtual
Office, AM - Los Angeles, AM - San Diego, AM - Orange CountyRemote
Working: YesSchedule: Full Time#POP -Linkedin Recruiter Tag:
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Keywords: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd., Sacramento , Market Facing Contract Surety Underwriter (Senior or AVP), Accounting, Auditing , Sacramento, California
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