AVP, Underwriter Director - Wrap Up's

Job Overview

Zurich is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director – Wrap Ups to join our Global Specialties Underwriting team in Chicago. We are also open to hiring talent at any Zurich Midwest regional office location and may, at the discretion of the Hiring Manager, consider remote candidates located in the Midwest US.

• Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating annual rules.
• Develop, maintain & collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals and other business-related needs, as appropriate.
• Provide guidance to lower-level associates.
• Build and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) to support business retention and acquisition, determining insurance needs and providing solutions.
• Support the sales culture by serving 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 align with 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 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
• OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
• OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
• OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
• 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

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation and you may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. The proposed salary range for this position is $–$, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

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

Locations:
Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Detroit, Edina, Grand Rapids, Indianapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Schaumburg, St. Louis, St. Paul, Stevens Point, Wausau.

Remote Working:
Hybrid

Schedule:

Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered:
No