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Middle Markets Technology Underwriter (Level I or Level II)

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Zurich is currently hiring for an experienced Specialist Underwriter to join the team in our Technology Industry Practice! This is a growing team, with opportunities in San Francisco! While this position will be based out of our San Francisco, CA office, you will have the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely. 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 1-2 days a week for a team day.

Middle Markets is a key business segment within Zurich and we are focused on attracting top customer advocates who possess a sales mindset, strong technical underwriting skills and solution focused problem solving abilities. Our industry focus includes (not limited to) General Industries, Manufacturing, Financial Institutions, Technology, and Real Estate. Zurich Middle Markets offers end to end solutions for our customers inclusive of international programs. As a Specialist Technology Underwriter, you will handle complex new and renewal Middle Markets business and serve as a Subject Matter Expert for the Technology practice. As a member of Zurich's Underwriting Team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting and marketing skills while building relationships with our Preferred Distribution Partners within the West region. This is an exciting time to join Middle Markets at Zurich!

This role will be filled at either the Level I or Level II. 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.

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

• Identifying gaps involved and aligning Zurich’s products and value proposition to offer a solution that provides the contract certainty the customer needs

• Demonstrating strong analytical skills and executing as an innovative advisor

• Underwriting, analyzing and generating new and renewal business

• Market facing and production within the growing Middle Markets division

• Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules

• Developing and maintaining agency and broker relationships

• Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments

Basic Qualifications Level I:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance area.OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND

• Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment

• Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines

Basic Qualifications Level II :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaOR

• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaOR

• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaAND

• Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines

• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business

• Experience with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications Level I & Level II:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Market facing, Property & Casualty/Technology underwriting experience

• 2 or more years of Underwriting experience in Middle Market or larger.

• Ability to effectively assess risk

• Strong negotiation skills

• Strong retail broker relationships

• Superior skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiating

• Possess 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

• CPCU and ARM a plus

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time ( https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq ).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet

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Location(s): AM - San Francisco

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

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