Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Surety

Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director – Contract Surety

Zurich North America is looking for a Contract Surety Underwriter to join our team in Oklahoma City, OK. The role involves analyzing and underwriting a book of new and renewal business using the Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on highly complex assignments, ensuring a high‑level service to customers. You will partner with brokers and apply a strong sales execution mindset to write profitable business.

• Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
• Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
• Qualify accounts to align with the organization’s appetite while ensuring sound business opportunities.
• Make agent/broker/customer and on‑site calls with a planned and well‑prepared purpose.
• Negotiate terms and 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 the effective date.
• Update required systems with details of broker/client visits and account status within the specified time frame.
• Serve as key contact for assigned target accounts.
• Develop strong broker and client networks in industries underwritten by the Business Unit.
• Contribute to the development of underwriting manuals, programs and guidelines.
• Lead complex technical or long‑term (over 6 months) business projects to implement new or changed systems, programs or products.
• Investigate, recommend and implement leading‑edge technical solutions when they meet customer needs.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in underwriting, market‑facing, finance, accounting, or banking area;
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area;
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in underwriting, market‑facing, finance, accounting, or banking area;
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in 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.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in underwriting, market‑facing, finance, accounting, or banking area;
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area;
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 5 or more years in underwriting, market‑facing, finance, accounting, or banking area;
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office experience.

The combined salary range for this position is $88,500.00 – $. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $88,500.00 – $, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility at 15%. The proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriting Director is $ – $, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility at 20%. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and merit increases.

Zurich offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

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 more than 25 industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

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.

Please note:

Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

• Location:
  
  Edmond, OK – Oklahoma City, OK
• Remote Working:
  Hybrid
• Schedule:
  
  Full Time
• Employment Sponsorship Offered:
  No