Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety
Zurich North America, WorkFromHome
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety
Zurich North America is seeking a Contract Surety Underwriter to join our large account contract space. This highly technical, market‑facing role requires experience with Surety lines of business. We are open to hiring talent located in the East region at multiple locations, with a preference for candidates based in Chicago. This position requires approximately 20% travel. Eligible locations include Atlanta, Dallas, Florida Virtual, Ft. Lauderdale, Georgia Virtual, Houston, Kansas Virtual, Miami, Overland Park, and Texas Virtual.
Responsibilities
- Production and underwriting of new and renewal Surety business
- Managing a large book of prominent accounts
- Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America to support cross‑sell efforts
- Execution of the external marketing strategy
- Adherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwriting
- Establish new and develop existing agency and broker relationships
- Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity
Executive Underwriter (Level III) Basic Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
- Zurich‑approved Apprenticeship program including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the 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
AVP, Underwriting Director Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Established broker relationships
- Sales execution mindset
- Creative problem‑solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Compensation
The combined salary range for this position is $98,500.00‑$215,000.00. Proposed salary ranges are $98,500.00‑$165,000.00 for the Executive Underwriter with a 15% short‑term incentive bonus, and $130,000.00‑$215,000.00 for the AVP, Underwriting Director with a 20% short‑term incentive bonus.
Benefits
Zurich offers a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents, including competitive compensation, short‑term incentive bonuses, merit increases, and other rewards.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Zurich North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Location & Remote Work
Locations: AM – Michigan Virtual Office, Atlanta, Dallas, Overland Park, Chicago, Houston, Kansas Virtual Office, Texas Virtual Office, Florida Virtual Office, Wisconsin Virtual Office, Georgia Virtual Office, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami.
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No