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AVP Underwriting Director or VP Senior Underwriting Director
Job in
Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19133, USA
Listed on 2026-02-06
Listing for:
Zurich NA
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
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Insurance
Risk Manager/Analyst -
Management
Risk Manager/Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
130687
As a Large Property Underwriter, you will have a chance to use your marketing and analytical skills. Specifically, you will 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 service to customers. This is a market facing position thus we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of commercial property policies.
Some of the key accountabilities of this role include:
+ You will develop and maintain relationships with broker partners and customers across all industries in support of business objectives
+ You will leverage your property underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure evaluation and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book of new and renewal business.
+ You will work collaboratively across business units including but not limited to; claims, finance, risk engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry.
This role will be filled at either an AVP, Underwriting Director OR VP, Senior Underwriting Director level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant's experience and skillset relative to the qualifications listed for this position.
AVP, Underwriting Director
Qualifications:
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR
+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+
Experience with Microsoft Office
OR
VP, Senior Underwriting Director
Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's Degree and 9 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
OR
+ Bachelor's Degree and 18 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND
+ Experience in a specialized insurance line of business or segment
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ Sales execution mindset
+ Creative problem-solving 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 pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location.
The combined salary range for this position is $ - $ for this role. For AVP Underwriting Director, the proposed salary rate is $ - $, with a short-term incentive bonus of 20%. For VP Senior Underwriting Director, the proposed rate is $ - $, with a short-term incentive bonus of 25%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here .]
** 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 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®.
Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers.
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.
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* Please note:
** Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Philadelphia
Remote Working:
Hybrid
Schedule:
Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered:
No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-JJ1 #LI-DIRECTOR
EOE Disability / Veterans
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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