Market Facing Underwriter, Markets?/Level I or II

Location: New York Market Facing Underwriter, Middle Markets (Level I or II) Zurich is seeking an experienced Middle Markets Underwriter to join our growing team in Long Island. In this hybrid position, you will be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office 2 days per week. Middle Markets is a key business segment within Zurich, focused on attracting top customer advocates who possess a sales mindset, strong technical underwriting skills, and solution-focused problem-solving abilities. Our industry focus includes (but is not limited to) Financial Institutions, General Industries, Manufacturing, Technology, Professional Services, and Real Estate. Zurich Middle Markets offers end-to-end solutions for our customers, including international programs. As a Middle Markets Underwriter, you will handle complex new and renewal Middle Markets business and serve as a Subject Matter Expert on the team. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with Select Brokers in Long Island. This is an exciting time to join Middle Markets at Zurich! The Middle Markets Underwriter is responsible for: • Serving as a customer industry advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end-to-end solution for their insurance needs. • Using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment, and pricing. • Using risk insights, data, and models to drive informed decisions at the point of sale. • Identifying gaps and aligning Zurich’s products and value proposition to offer a solution that provides the contract certainty the customer needs. • Demonstrating strong analytical skills and executing as an innovative advisor. • Underwriting, analyzing, and generating new and renewal business. • Market facing and production within the growing Middle Markets division. • Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating manual rules. • Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships. • Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments. This role will be filled at either Level I or Level II, and the hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position. Basic Qualifications: Level I: • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance or Market Facing area. • OR • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. • AND • Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment. • Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations, and guidelines. Level II: • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. • OR • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. • OR • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. • OR • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. • AND • Knowledge 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 Office. Preferred Qualifications: • Strong verbal and written communication skills. At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. The combined salary range for this position is $78,000.00 - $. The proposed salary range for Level I is $78,000.00 - $, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. For Level II, it is $94,000.00 - $, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. 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. 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 Location(s): AM - New York Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply Job!