Executive Underwriter, Construction Casualty

Responsibilities

• Handle complex new and renewal domestic Construction Casualty accounts
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team
• 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
• May provide guidance to lower-level associates
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents & brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition
• Work with customers and distributors (agents & brokers) to determine their insurance-related needs and provide solutions
• Support the 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 and on-site calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice 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 (Preferred)
• Technical knowledge of Construction Casualty Underwriting (Preferred)
• Established broker relationships (retail brokers) (Preferred)
• Sales execution mindset (Preferred)
• Creative problem solving skills (Preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (Preferred)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Construction Casualty Underwriting, with a strong focus on developing and maintaining relationships with brokers and agents to drive business retention and acquisition. Proficient in administering underwriting rules and providing solutions to meet customer needs while supporting a sales-oriented culture.