AVP, UW Director - Energy Casualty

AVP, UW Director - Energy Casualty 131576 Zuriich is currently looking to hire an Energy Casualty Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director to join the team in Houston, TX. The primary Casualty Energy Underwriter will analyze and underwrite highly complex new and renewal business, under minimal direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework as a subject matter expert, ensuring a high‑level service to customers. As a Senior Underwriter, you will serve as a leader and mentor to the team offering technical guidance on key coverage issues and forms. In this role you will handle Texas and will be tasked with building strong broker relationships. 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. Responsibilities include: 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 point of sale. Market facing and production within the Energy Casualty division. Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating manual rules. Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments. This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director 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: Executive Underwriter – Energy Casualty High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing. High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support. Basic Qualifications: AVP, UW Director – Energy Casualty High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing. High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support. Experience with Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications: Technical knowledge of Commercial Casualty Underwriting. Established broker relationships (Retail, select brokers) in the Houston Region. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. The combined salary range for this position is $105,300.00 – $227,900.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $105,300.00 – $172,400.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. The proposed salary range for the AVP Underwriting Director is $139,200.00 – $227,900.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 40%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. 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. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM – Houston Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Zurich 56 Company Ltd