Underwriter - Construction Property

divh2Underwriter - Construction Property/h2p132798 Zurich gives you the tools and support to construct a rewarding career in the Insurance industry. We are looking for a Construction Property Underwriter to cover our South territory. While this position will be based out of our Atlanta or Dallas 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 will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office/market three days per week. As a Construction Property Underwriter, you will have a chance to use your marketing and analytical skills along with your knowledge of buildings to analyze and underwrite new and renewal Property business both in the US. This is a market facing position and we are seeking someone with a strong sales execution mindset and knowledge of commercial construction Property policies. There will be 20%-30% travel for this position. Key accountabilities of this role include administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations. You will also develop, maintain, and collaborate with line of business representatives and other business-related needs, as appropriate. Additionally, you will develop and maintain relationships with distributors (agents brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition and work with customers and distributors (agents brokers) to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions. You will support the organizations sales culture by being a help point for agents, brokers, and customers. You will proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities, complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities, qualify accounts to meet with the organizations appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity, and make broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose./ppBasic qualifications for Construction Property Underwriter include a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the underwriting or market facing area. Alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the claims or underwriting support area is required. Additionally, 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 is also acceptable. Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines, knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business, and experience with Microsoft Office are required. Preferred qualifications include a bachelors degree, ability to effectively assess risk, strong negotiation skills, superior skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiating, knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business, excellent oral and written communication skills, strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines, demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility, PC and related software skills, CPCU or CRIS a plus./ppYour 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 proposed salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $95,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about total rewards here.] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environmentso 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 futurefor 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. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our recruiting agency portal./p/div