Zurich Insurance Group
UA Associate- Construction Property
Zurich Insurance Group, Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States, 60411
Zurich North America is currently hiring a UA Associate to join the Construction Property team! As a UA Associate, you will support and work closely with experienced Underwriters in the review and analysis of risks. You will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your research and analytical skills to effectively assess risk and grow your career.
Hybrid Work Model At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional circumstances requiring in‑office attendance should be expected.
Location Location(s): AM - Chicago, AM - Edina, AM - Overland Park Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered:No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MM1 #LI-HYBRID
Responsibilities
Reviews, evaluates, and summarizes risk exposures, controls, loss history, and financial condition to aid underwriting decisions around submission acceptance or declination.
Follows instructions from Underwriters in areas of policy rating, subjective pricing, policy construction, coverages & exclusions, mandatory forms, etc. to accurately quote and issue policies.
Provides account servicing support in collaboration with Underwriter and Manager, with responsibility for end-to-end servicing processes for new business, renewals, and endorsements for basic to moderately complex business and products.
Responds to written, verbal telephone inquiries appropriately and on time under close supervision by Underwriter and/or Manager. Working collaboratively with assigned underwriters.
Supports Underwriter with broker/agent/distributor/customer interactions by providing basic customer service skills.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including Associate Degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area AND
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis
• Microsoft Office experience
Preferred Qualifications
Insurance industry knowledge
Knowledge of processing, rating and policy management systems used in the insurance industry
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Superior skills in relationship building, active listening with customers and coworkers
Customer service experience
Enjoys working with details and providing accurate data in a timely manner
Self‑directed to meet deadlines
Multi‑tasking skills
5% Travel
Pay & Benefits 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. For this position, the salary is $23.80 - $38.94, plus a short‑term incentive bonus of 5%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards here.
Why Zurich? 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®.
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.
Application Notice Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Contact Information Location(s): AM - Chicago, AM - Edina, AM - Overland Park Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered:No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MM1 #LI-HYBRID
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Hybrid Work Model At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional circumstances requiring in‑office attendance should be expected.
Location Location(s): AM - Chicago, AM - Edina, AM - Overland Park Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered:No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MM1 #LI-HYBRID
Responsibilities
Reviews, evaluates, and summarizes risk exposures, controls, loss history, and financial condition to aid underwriting decisions around submission acceptance or declination.
Follows instructions from Underwriters in areas of policy rating, subjective pricing, policy construction, coverages & exclusions, mandatory forms, etc. to accurately quote and issue policies.
Provides account servicing support in collaboration with Underwriter and Manager, with responsibility for end-to-end servicing processes for new business, renewals, and endorsements for basic to moderately complex business and products.
Responds to written, verbal telephone inquiries appropriately and on time under close supervision by Underwriter and/or Manager. Working collaboratively with assigned underwriters.
Supports Underwriter with broker/agent/distributor/customer interactions by providing basic customer service skills.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including Associate Degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area AND
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis
• Microsoft Office experience
Preferred Qualifications
Insurance industry knowledge
Knowledge of processing, rating and policy management systems used in the insurance industry
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Superior skills in relationship building, active listening with customers and coworkers
Customer service experience
Enjoys working with details and providing accurate data in a timely manner
Self‑directed to meet deadlines
Multi‑tasking skills
5% Travel
Pay & Benefits 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. For this position, the salary is $23.80 - $38.94, plus a short‑term incentive bonus of 5%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards here.
Why Zurich? 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®.
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.
Application Notice Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Contact Information Location(s): AM - Chicago, AM - Edina, AM - Overland Park Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered:No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MM1 #LI-HYBRID
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