Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Large Contract Surety

Underwriting Specialist Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Banking, Mortgage, Finance, or Market Facing area. ORHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Banking, Mortgage, Finance, or Market Facing area. ORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. ANDKnowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Experience with Microsoft OfficeOR

Executive Underwriter Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experienceORHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experienceORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaANDKnowledge of Microsoft Office Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications: College Degree Highly preferred Strong Finance and accounting background needed Advanced knowledge and practice of Surety Bonds Established Broker relationships Ability to interact with the C-Suite Ability to investigate and analyze complicated credit assessments, trends, business strategies and organizational character among other aspects of our customers Ability to coherently articulate these strategies and financial concepts formulating fact based conclusions and recommendations. Prior experience managing/growing profitable portfolio of customers Negotiation experience with large, international and national organizations Strong team building and organizational 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 $75,000.00 - $165,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $75,000.00 - $125,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $100,000.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewardshere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits).] 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. Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - California Virtual Office, AM - Albuquerque, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - Colorado Virtual Office, AM - Denver, AM - Fresno, AM - Gold River, AM - Idaho Virtual Office, AM - Irvine, AM - Las Vegas, AM - Los Angeles, AM - Montana Virtual Office, AM - Nevada Virtual Office, AM - New Mexico Virtual Office, AM - Orange County, AM - Oregon Virtual Office, AM - Phoenix, AM - Portland, AM - Remote Work (US), AM - Sacramento, AM - Salt Lake City, AM - San Diego, AM - San Francisco, AM - Scottsdale, AM - Seattle, AM - Utah Virtual Office, AM - Walnut Creek, AM - Washington St Virt. Office Remote Working: Hybrid

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