Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level)

Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level) Join a team where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career has room to grow. Zurich’s

Large Contract West Region Surety Team

is looking for a motivated

Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level)

to help us strengthen our portfolio, elevate our client relationships, and make a lasting impact across the 13 Western States.

This is a highly technical position and requires experience with Surety lines of business.

At Zurich, we foster a

collaborative, purpose-driven culture

with the backing of a

global brand . You’ll have the opportunity to:

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

This

market-facing role

is ideally based in

San Francisco , but we’re open to talent located anywhere in the West Region. You’ll play a critical role in managing and expanding a portfolio of domestic and international large accounts while driving business development and retention.

Underwriting and analyzing new and renewal business for large contract surety

Navigating complex assignments with confidence and autonomy

Building and maintaining strategic broker and agency relationships

Ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements

This role will be filled at either the Executive or Director 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 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

OR

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

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 and formulate 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 organizational skills

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. 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 pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is \$102,000.00 - \$217,000.00. The proposed salary range for the

Executive Underwriter

is \$102,000.00 - \$164,100.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. The proposed salary range for the

AVP, Underwriter Director

is \$132,500.00 - \$217,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

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(s): AM - San Francisco, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - California Virtual Office, AM - Denver, AM - Seattle, AM - Washington St Virt. Office

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