Management Liability Associate Underwriting Manager at Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.

Zurich is currently looking for a Private/Non-Profit Management Liability Associate Underwriting Manager to join our Midwest team out of our Independence office.

In this role, you will be responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of management liability risks for private and non-profit organizations specifically focusing on Directors and Officers (D&O) Liability, Employment Practices Liability (EPL), Fiduciary Liability, and Crime insurance.

You will handle insureds ranging from small, and middle market businesses to large, complex organizations. You will work closely with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders to deliver tailored insurance solutions that meet our clients' needs. This is a market facing position and you expected to visible in the marketplace 25% of the time.

The Management Liability Underwriting Manager is responsible for:

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of management liability risks for private and non-profit businesses.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of underwriting strategies and initiatives.
• Actively pursue new business opportunities and work to expand Zurich’s portfolio.
• Complying with underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules 
• Evaluation, professional development, training and coaching of underwriters.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  AND
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• CPCU
• Advanced knowledge of product lines and insurance industry
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent skills in relationship building
• Strong presentation skills
• Results oriented

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet 

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. 

Location(s): AM - Independence
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
 
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