Property Underwriter; Senior - Level II or Executive Level III

Overview

Zurich is seeking a Property Underwriter (Senior Property Underwriter (Level II) or Executive Property Underwriter (Level III)) for our National Accounts Property Underwriting team in our New York office. This position is based in New York with a hybrid work 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 requires you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office/market three days per week. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based on the selected applicant’s experience and the qualifications listed for this position.

• Analyze and underwrite new and renewal business under general direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on assignments of higher technical complexity, ensuring a high level of service to customers.
• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
• Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and work with customers and distributors to determine their insurance-related needs and provide solutions.
• Support the organization''s sales culture by being a Help Point for agents, brokers and customers.
• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
• Qualify accounts to meet with the organization''s appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
• Make broker/customer on-site calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.

OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. AND Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines;
Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business;
Experience with Microsoft Office.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in commercial underwriting or brokerage 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 approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
• Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience working in a team environment

• Bachelor''s Degree
• Technical knowledge of commercial Property Underwriting
• Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in New York Region
• Sales execution mindset
• Creative problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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 combined salary range for this position is $94,750-$205,125. The proposed salary range for the Senior Property Underwriter is $94,750-$155,125, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The…