Executive Underwriter- Professional Liability & Cyber

Underwriting Specialist Or Executive Underwriter- Professional Liability & Cyber

Zurich North America is looking for a Cyber and Technology E&O Underwriter for our Middle Market segment. This position reports to the Head of Middle Markets within the Professional Liability & Cyber Business Unit. You will be responsible for achieving key performance metrics to drive profitability, shifting portfolio mix, identifying paths for operational efficiency, and developing and executing our go-to-market strategy to drive new business and renewal retention. The Middle Market Professional Liability & Cyber Business Unit manages the growth and placement of the following lines of coverage for customers with up to $750M in revenue: Cyber, Technology E&O, Miscellaneous Professional Liability, Manufacturers E&O, and Employed Lawyers. While this position is based out of the Philadelphia office, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role requires visibility in the marketplace, with the expectation of being in the office or market three days per week. The Cyber and Technology E&O Underwriter is responsible for: Underwriting and managing a portfolio of Cyber, Technology E&O, Miscellaneous Professional Liability, Manufacturers E&O, and Employed Lawyers policies. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders. Contributing to the development and implementation of underwriting strategies and initiatives. Actively pursuing new business opportunities and working to expand Zurich's portfolio. Complying with underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules. Continuously monitoring and assessing emerging Cyber and Technology E&O trendsincluding threat vectors, claims patterns, legal/regulatory developments, and coverage evolutionand translating those insights into disciplined risk selection, pricing, and portfolio strategy. Managing and optimizing portfolio performance, balancing growth, profitability, and risk selection in alignment with underwriting strategy. Developing deep expertise in Zurich's Cyber and Professional Liability products and policy forms, and confidently communicating coverage positions, changes, and underwriting appetite to brokers to support deal execution and relationship development. Understanding client needs and priorities and working collaboratively with brokers to develop solutions that create value for customers while maintaining underwriting discipline. This role will be filled at either the Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter level. 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: Underwriting Specialist: 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 OR Executive Underwriter: 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 are AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree CPCU Experienced background in Professional Liability and Cyber Ability to leverage existing relationships with Agents, Brokers, internal, and external business partners Portfolio Management Experience Excellent communication & presentation skills Collaborative Results oriented 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 applyyour unique background matters to us. The combined salary range for this position is $79,600.00 - $172,300.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $79,600.00 - $130,300.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $105,200.00 - $172,300.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.