Zurich Insurance
Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level)
Zurich Insurance, San Francisco, California, United States
Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level)
Zurich Insurance
– Join a team where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career has room to grow. The Large Contract West Region Surety Team is looking for a motivated Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level) to help strengthen our portfolio, elevate client relationships, and make a lasting impact across 13 Western States. This is a highly technical position and requires experience with Surety lines of business. Key Responsibilities
Lead with impact by managing complex large accounts Travel with purpose, approximately 20% across the region Grow your network working with top-tier agents and brokers Make decisions that matter with clear accountability and broad authority Additional Responsibilities
Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business for large contract surety Navigate complex assignments with confidence and autonomy Build and maintain strategic broker and agency relationships Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements Basic Qualifications
Executive, Large Contract Surety Underwriter High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experience 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, Finance, Accounting or Banking experience 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 Director, Large Contract Surety Underwriter High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting, Banking. OR 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, Market Facing area, 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 area AND Experience with Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications
College Degree Highly preferred Strong Finance and accounting background needed Advanced knowledge and practice of Surety Bonds Established Broker relationships Ability to interact with the C‑Suite Ability to investigate and analyze complicated credit assessments, trends, business strategies and organizational character among other aspects of our customers Ability to coherently articulate these strategies and financial concepts formulating fact based conclusions and recommendations. Prior experience managing/growing profitable portfolio of customers Negotiation experience with large, international and national organizations Strong team building and organization skills Compensation
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply – your unique background matters to us. The combined salary range for this position is $102,000.00 – $217,000.00. Paid range for Executive Underwriter: $102,000.00 – $164,100.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. Paid range for AVP, Underwriter Director: $132,500.00 – $217,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%. Benefits
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards. Equal Opportunity Statement
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Location & Work Arrangement
Location(s): San Francisco, Arizona Virtual Office, California Virtual Office, Denver, Seattle, Washington St Virt. Office Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Hiring & Contact
Hiring Manager Name: Clara Do Recruiter Name: Bob Nelson Job Level: 7T Division: Surety Internal Referral Bonus: $500.00 External Referral Bonus: $5,000.00 Nearest Major Market: San Francisco Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland How to Apply
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Zurich Insurance
– Join a team where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career has room to grow. The Large Contract West Region Surety Team is looking for a motivated Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level) to help strengthen our portfolio, elevate client relationships, and make a lasting impact across 13 Western States. This is a highly technical position and requires experience with Surety lines of business. Key Responsibilities
Lead with impact by managing complex large accounts Travel with purpose, approximately 20% across the region Grow your network working with top-tier agents and brokers Make decisions that matter with clear accountability and broad authority Additional Responsibilities
Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business for large contract surety Navigate complex assignments with confidence and autonomy Build and maintain strategic broker and agency relationships Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements Basic Qualifications
Executive, Large Contract Surety Underwriter High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experience 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, Finance, Accounting or Banking experience 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 Director, Large Contract Surety Underwriter High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting, Banking. OR 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, Market Facing area, 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 area AND Experience with Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications
College Degree Highly preferred Strong Finance and accounting background needed Advanced knowledge and practice of Surety Bonds Established Broker relationships Ability to interact with the C‑Suite Ability to investigate and analyze complicated credit assessments, trends, business strategies and organizational character among other aspects of our customers Ability to coherently articulate these strategies and financial concepts formulating fact based conclusions and recommendations. Prior experience managing/growing profitable portfolio of customers Negotiation experience with large, international and national organizations Strong team building and organization skills Compensation
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply – your unique background matters to us. The combined salary range for this position is $102,000.00 – $217,000.00. Paid range for Executive Underwriter: $102,000.00 – $164,100.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. Paid range for AVP, Underwriter Director: $132,500.00 – $217,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%. Benefits
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards. Equal Opportunity Statement
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Location & Work Arrangement
Location(s): San Francisco, Arizona Virtual Office, California Virtual Office, Denver, Seattle, Washington St Virt. Office Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Hiring & Contact
Hiring Manager Name: Clara Do Recruiter Name: Bob Nelson Job Level: 7T Division: Surety Internal Referral Bonus: $500.00 External Referral Bonus: $5,000.00 Nearest Major Market: San Francisco Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland How to Apply
Apply now.
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