Zurich 56 Company Ltd
AVP, Underwriting Manager - Zurich E&S Casualty
Zurich 56 Company Ltd, Scottsdale, Arizona, us, 85261
Zurich is currently looking to hire an E&S Casualty Underwriting Manager to support our West region E&S Casualty production underwriting team! We are looking for talent to be based out of our Phoenix office. This leadership role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office on a regular basis to meet with your team.
In this leadership role you will:
Maintain and underwrite a production portfolio to stay attuned with regional market changes and desk-level challenges.
Marketplace visibility to meet with our agents and brokers
In the office requirement of 3 days per week to meet with your team to build a collaborative high-performing team
Work closely in concert with Regional Leadership to execute on the established KPIs for the territory.
In this role you will manage a team of skilled Primary and/or Excess Casualty Underwriters. You will be expected to travel as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate relationships with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability. This is a critical role in driving an engaging team culture. This role requires a strong technical, staff development and sales execution mindset. This role requires 25% of Travel.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the claims or Under Support area. OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate’s Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. AND
2 or more years of management experience
AND
Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
Advanced knowledge of primary casualty and/or excess casualty lines of business
Ability to lead, manage and build rapport with team
Excellent organizational, written, oral communication and presentation skills
Advanced knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory guidelines
Some leadership, supervisory or management experience
Advanced skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiating
Strong presentation skills and a solutions and service orientation
CPCU
Advanced knowledge of product lines and insurance industry
Excellent skills in relationship building
Results oriented
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 proposed Salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $213,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards here.
At Zurich, we value 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®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
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.
Please note:
Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
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Maintain and underwrite a production portfolio to stay attuned with regional market changes and desk-level challenges.
Marketplace visibility to meet with our agents and brokers
In the office requirement of 3 days per week to meet with your team to build a collaborative high-performing team
Work closely in concert with Regional Leadership to execute on the established KPIs for the territory.
In this role you will manage a team of skilled Primary and/or Excess Casualty Underwriters. You will be expected to travel as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate relationships with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability. This is a critical role in driving an engaging team culture. This role requires a strong technical, staff development and sales execution mindset. This role requires 25% of Travel.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the claims or Under Support area. OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate’s Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. AND
2 or more years of management experience
AND
Experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
Advanced knowledge of primary casualty and/or excess casualty lines of business
Ability to lead, manage and build rapport with team
Excellent organizational, written, oral communication and presentation skills
Advanced knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory guidelines
Some leadership, supervisory or management experience
Advanced skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiating
Strong presentation skills and a solutions and service orientation
CPCU
Advanced knowledge of product lines and insurance industry
Excellent skills in relationship building
Results oriented
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 proposed Salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $213,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards here.
At Zurich, we value 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®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
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.
Please note:
Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
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