Underwriter - Zurich E&S

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Zurich is seeking an experienced Underwriter – Zurich E&S to join our E&S team in Atlanta, GA. Though based in Atlanta, the position offers a hybrid work model and a flexible schedule.

This role partners with the manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers/agents. It requires visibility in the marketplace, meeting with agents and brokers, and working with national wholesalers to drive growth focused on profitability.

Zurich E&S is dedicated 100 % to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S, measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction.

• Proactively seeking new account opportunities and managing existing renewal accounts.
• Demonstrating specialized knowledge and expertise in underwriting excess casualty lines of business.
• Completing detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
• Contributing to the development and completion of proposals.
• Qualifying accounts that meet the organization’s appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
• Making agent/broker/customer and on‑site calls with a planned and well‑prepared purpose.
• Negotiating Terms & Conditions and closing deals.
• Cross‑selling other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
• Participating in Sales Team meetings related to assigned brokers and/or territory.
• Proactively engaging in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
• Developing strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by the Business Unit.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
• 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.
• Excess Casualty experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office experience.

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. The proposed salary range for this position is $58,700.00 – $96,200.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10 %. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards here.

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience and provide opportunities for 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®.

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.

Location(s): AM – Atlanta.

Remote Working:
Hybrid.

Schedule:

Full Time.

Employment Sponsorship Offered:
No.

Nearest Major Market:
Atlanta.

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