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Underwriter Trainee

Zenith Insurance Company (United States), Fresno, CA, United States


Introduction Zenith is a team of Workers' Compensation Specialists committed to helping businesses succeed by protecting against the financial and human consequences of workplace injuries, providing for the needs of injured employees and making the workplace safer. To distinguish ourselves as the desired provider of Workers' Compensation Insurance, values such as collaboration, work-life balance, and integrity are placed at the center of all our operations. In addition, Zenith supports career advancement through a dedication to ongoing learning and development. An individual coming to Zenith will not only receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, but continuous opportunities to grow as a professional.

Overview All tasks are performed as part of a learning process and will involve a high degree of supervision and direction. Incumbent is to focus on learning and becoming conversant with the various aspects of workers' compensation (how rates are set, classifications, experience mods, schedule rating, Zenith underwriting philosophy).

Responsibilities

Solicit, underwrite, and price business consistent with the Company’s Underwriting Philosophy.

Learn customer facing skills.

Expected to provide general guidance and direction to support personnel.

Participates in visits to agencies and/or clients.

Work requires independence within assigned, but restrictive, Letter of Authority; however it is expected that one will seek guidance on any unusual or complex exposures, problems or issues.

Applies principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Work productively and harmoniously with others on a consistent basis.

Respond positively to direction and feedback on performance.

Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.

Perform other duties/projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Work with Internal Audit on risk assessments completed on user provisioning, and quality output.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Work Experience

Combined experience investigating Workers compensation Insurance claims.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Strong math and reading skills required.

Computer literacy required.

Previous workers’ compensation experience helpful.

Valid Driver License in good standing.

Overnight Travel Required.

Pay, Benefits, and Other Information The expected salary range for this position is $53,236 - $66,544. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance

401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Education and Training Reimbursement

Paid Leave: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave

10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

For more information, review details on the Benefits page of our Career Site: https://www.thezenith.com/careers/benefits/

Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. In compliance with California law, we are committed to fair hiring practices. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008), we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Additionally, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will not inquire about an applicant’s criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance accessing our career center or applying for a position due to your disability, you are entitled to request an accommodation. To make a request, please contact a Human resources representative at Zenith Insurance Company.

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