AVP, Underwriter Director - Wrap Up's

Zurich North America is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director – Wrap Ups to join our Global Specialties Underwriting team in Chicago, with potential hiring at other Zurich Midwest regional offices or for remote hires within the Midwest US.

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules, guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.
• Develop, maintain, and collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business‑related needs.
• Provide guidance to lower‑level associates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) to support business retention and acquisition, and work with customers and distributors to determine their insurance‑related needs and provide solutions.
• Support the sales culture by acting as a help point for agents, brokers, and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
• Qualify accounts to meet the organization’s appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
• Make broker/customer and on‑site calls with a planned and well‑prepared purpose.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7+ years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14+ years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support.
• OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 5+ years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 12+ years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Technical knowledge of Construction Wrap Ups.
• Established broker relationships (retail brokers).
• Sales execution mindset.
• Creative problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Salary range: $ – $ with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

Remote Working:
Hybrid

Schedule:

Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered:
No

• Chicago, IL
• Cincinnati, OH
• Cleveland, OH
• Detroit, MI
• Edina, MN
• Grand Rapids, MI
• Indianapolis, IN
• Madison, WI
• Milwaukee, WI
• Minneapolis, MN
• Schaumburg, IL
• St. Louis, MO
• St. Paul, MN
• Stevens Point, WI
• Wausau, WI

Director

Full‑time

General Business

Insurance and Financial Services

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