AVP, Underwriting Director - Large Casualty

Zurich is looking for an experienced Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director – Large Casualty in our National Account, Large Casualty Team in the West Region.  We are hiring this new team member for our Southern California Territory, with flexible work locations in Los Angeles and Irvine offices. This role will assist in the achievement of profitable production growth and strong renewal retention of our Large Casualty business through evaluating, pricing and negotiating highly complex large-scale commercial insurance risks and cultivating broker and client relations.   

Our motto: One Carrier, One Solution, we are selling Domestic Casualty business together with Umbrella, Property, Financial Lines, Cyber and International to provide a holistic solution to large, complex customers.

This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriting Director. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skillset relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

The Large Casualty Underwriter is responsible for: 

• Underwriting, analyzing, and generating new and renewal business
• Market facing and production within the Large Casualty, National Accounts division 
• Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules
• Developing and maintaining broker relationships in the Southern California Territory
• Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments

Executive Underwriter – Large Casualty Basic Requirements:

• 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 area
  AND
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
• Experience working in a team environment

OR

AVP, Underwriting Director – Large Casualty Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  AND
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in Large Casualty underwriting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office experience

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 apply—your unique background matters to us. The combined salary range for this position is $115,200.00 - $249,600.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $115,200.00 - $188,700.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. The proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriting Director is $152,400.00 - $249,600.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

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 environment—so 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 future—for 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.

Location(s): AM - Los Angeles, AM - Irvine
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  

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