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• Invest your career with an industry you can bank on…Insurance! Zurich North America is currently looking for an Underwriter to join our large account contract space. We are looking for someone to work from one of the following major cities/states: AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, KY, NC, MO, MS, OK, SC, TN, TX
• Your bright ideas and determination will help us drive positive impact with our customers, communities, and each other. Our global footprint and 148 years of experience enables you to develop your skills and put your problem-solving expertise to use while working with a wide range of Fortune 500® companies
• To bring leading talent into the organization and foster a , we and industries to apply and:
• culture of innovation and excellence
• encourage professionals from wide range of backgrounds
• Use along with your analytical and customer focus to support our team
• your financial/credit/accounting acumen
• Have the and fm to be successful in your career

This is a highly technical and market facing position and requires some experience with Surety lines of business. We are open to hiring talent located within different locations. This position will require approximately 20-25% travel

This role is responsible for the following:

• Production and underwriting of new and renewal Surety business
• Managing of a large book of prominent accounts
• Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America in support of our cross-sell efforts
• Execution of the external marketing strategy
• Adherence to underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws, regulations, and the Zurich Way of underwriting
• Establish new as well as develop existing agency and broker relationships
• Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance, Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting, OR Banking experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment
• Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
• Bachelors Degree with 2 or more years experience in the surety underwriting area
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office skills
• 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 pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. 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 .]

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®
• 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 does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal