UA Associate - Excess & Surplus Property

Zurich North America is currently hiring a UA Associate to join the Excess & Surplus Property team! As a UA Associate, you will support and work closely with experienced Underwriters in the review and analysis of risks. You will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your research and analytical skills to effectively assess risk and grow your career. Responsibilities Reviews, evaluates, and summarizes risk exposures, controls, loss history, and financial condition to aid underwriting decisions around submission acceptance or declination. Follows instructions from Underwriters in areas of policy rating, subjective pricing, policy construction, coverages & exclusions, mandatory forms, etc. to accurately quote and issue policies. Provides account servicing support in collaboration with Underwriter and Manager, with responsibility for end-to-end servicing processes for new business, renewals, and endorsements for basic to moderately complex business and products. Responds to written, verbal telephone inquiries appropriately and on time under close supervision by Underwriter and/or Manager. Working collaboratively with assigned underwriters. Supports Underwriter with broker/agent/distributor/customer interactions by providing basic customer service skills. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including Associate Degree and no prior experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Administrative, Customer Service, Financial Services, Risk Management, or Insurance area AND Knowledge of data collection and analysis Microsoft Office experience Preferred Qualifications Insurance industry knowledge Knowledge of processing, rating, and policy management systems used in the insurance industry Strong verbal and written communication skills Superior skills in relationship building, active listening with customers and coworkers Customer service experience Enjoys working with details and providing accurate data in a timely manner Self‑directed to meet deadlines Multi‑tasking skills 5% Travel Pay & Benefits Hourly rate is $23.80 – $38.94, plus a short‑term incentive bonus of 5%. Zurich offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Location & Schedule Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid work model). Full Time Employment. Sponsorship offered: No. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Zurich North America