Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director - Zurich E&S
Zurich North America, Houston, TX, United States
Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – E&S Primary Casualty to join our team in Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX or Houston, TX. While this position will be based at one of these offices, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require visible presence in the marketplace to meet with agents and brokers and to work with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability.
Zurich E&S is 100% dedicated to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Proactively seek new account opportunities and manage existing renewal accounts.
Demonstrate specialized knowledge and expertise in underwriting excess casualty lines of business.
Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
Contribute to the development and completion of proposals.
Qualify accounts that meet the organization’s appetite while balancing sound business opportunity.
Make agent/broker/customer and on‑site calls with a planned and well‑prepared purpose.
Negotiate terms & conditions and close deals.
Cross‑sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
Participate in Sales Team meetings related to assigned brokers and/or territory.
Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
Develop strong broker and client networks related to industries underwritten by the Business Unit.
Executive Underwriter – Zurich E&S Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area 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 OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
AVP, Underwriting Director – Zurich E&S 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 Underwriting Support area OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of E&S Commercial insurance industry experience
Technical knowledge of Primary Casualty Underwriting with E&S
Established wholesale broker relationships (E&S brokers)
Creative problem‑solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Salary and Benefits Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills and experience. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. The combined salary range for this position is $100,200.00 – $217,000.00. Proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $100,200.00 – $164,100.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. Proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriting Director is $132,500.00 – $217,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. (Learn more about Total Rewards.)
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®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
Equal 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.
Legal Compliance 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.
Location(s): Atlanta, Dallas, Houston.
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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Zurich E&S is 100% dedicated to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Proactively seek new account opportunities and manage existing renewal accounts.
Demonstrate specialized knowledge and expertise in underwriting excess casualty lines of business.
Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
Contribute to the development and completion of proposals.
Qualify accounts that meet the organization’s appetite while balancing sound business opportunity.
Make agent/broker/customer and on‑site calls with a planned and well‑prepared purpose.
Negotiate terms & conditions and close deals.
Cross‑sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
Participate in Sales Team meetings related to assigned brokers and/or territory.
Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
Develop strong broker and client networks related to industries underwritten by the Business Unit.
Executive Underwriter – Zurich E&S Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area 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 OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
AVP, Underwriting Director – Zurich E&S 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 Underwriting Support area OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of E&S Commercial insurance industry experience
Technical knowledge of Primary Casualty Underwriting with E&S
Established wholesale broker relationships (E&S brokers)
Creative problem‑solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Salary and Benefits Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills and experience. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. The combined salary range for this position is $100,200.00 – $217,000.00. Proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $100,200.00 – $164,100.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. Proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriting Director is $132,500.00 – $217,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. (Learn more about Total Rewards.)
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®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
Equal 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.
Legal Compliance 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.
Location(s): Atlanta, Dallas, Houston.
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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