Zurich North America
AVP, Underwriting Director- Energy Casualty
Zurich North America, New York, New York, us, 10261
Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director - Energy Casualty
Zurich is hiring an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – Primary Casualty to join our dynamic Energy Casualty team. It offers a rewarding environment that empowers underwriters to apply quantitative and qualitative reasoning, and to develop a diverse career journey.
Responsibilities
Market facing and production, including onsite client stewardship and broker visits
Management and development of robust new business and cross‑sell pipeline
Serve as a customer advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end‑to‑end solution for their insurance needs
Deliver a disciplined & thorough approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment, pricing, and documentation
Use risk insights, data and models to drive informed underwriting decisions at point of sale
Develop & define program structure recommendations, including Guaranteed Cost & Loss Sensitive solutions, based on risk characteristics
Prepare and present comprehensive referrals, as necessary
Working independently, negotiate and deliver successful outcomes to the agent/broker
Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations
Work within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments
Manage key portfolio indicators within assigned territory, including Gross Written Premium, Retention, Rate, & Profitability
Opportunity to mentor & coach early‑career team members
Visibility at industry events and contributions supporting long‑term strategy development and vision
Basic Qualifications – Executive Underwriter
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a team environment
Basic Qualifications – AVP, Underwriting Director
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 12 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Competence working within time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Energy Casualty or casualty‑driven underwriting experience, including Guaranteed Cost & Loss Sensitive
Existing network and familiarity within the Energy Casualty brokerage & client community
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem‑solving skills
Microsoft Office experience
Compensation The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00 – $215,000.00. Executive Underwriter range: $98,500.00 – $165,000.00 with 15% short‑term incentive bonus eligibility. AVP range: $130,000.00 – $215,000.00 with 20% short‑term incentive bonus eligibility.
Benefits & Total Rewards We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.
Learn more about Total Rewards here.
Why Zurich? Zurich values your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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 – Houston, AM – Chicago, AM – Cleveland, AM – Denver, AM – New York
Remote Working No
Schedule Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered No
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Responsibilities
Market facing and production, including onsite client stewardship and broker visits
Management and development of robust new business and cross‑sell pipeline
Serve as a customer advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end‑to‑end solution for their insurance needs
Deliver a disciplined & thorough approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment, pricing, and documentation
Use risk insights, data and models to drive informed underwriting decisions at point of sale
Develop & define program structure recommendations, including Guaranteed Cost & Loss Sensitive solutions, based on risk characteristics
Prepare and present comprehensive referrals, as necessary
Working independently, negotiate and deliver successful outcomes to the agent/broker
Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations
Work within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments
Manage key portfolio indicators within assigned territory, including Gross Written Premium, Retention, Rate, & Profitability
Opportunity to mentor & coach early‑career team members
Visibility at industry events and contributions supporting long‑term strategy development and vision
Basic Qualifications – Executive Underwriter
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a team environment
Basic Qualifications – AVP, Underwriting Director
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 12 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Competence working within time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
Experience working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Energy Casualty or casualty‑driven underwriting experience, including Guaranteed Cost & Loss Sensitive
Existing network and familiarity within the Energy Casualty brokerage & client community
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem‑solving skills
Microsoft Office experience
Compensation The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00 – $215,000.00. Executive Underwriter range: $98,500.00 – $165,000.00 with 15% short‑term incentive bonus eligibility. AVP range: $130,000.00 – $215,000.00 with 20% short‑term incentive bonus eligibility.
Benefits & Total Rewards We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.
Learn more about Total Rewards here.
Why Zurich? Zurich values your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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 – Houston, AM – Chicago, AM – Cleveland, AM – Denver, AM – New York
Remote Working No
Schedule Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered No
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