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Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract SuretyZurich North America • Atlanta, GA, United States
Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety

Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director- Contract Surety

Zurich North America • Atlanta, GA, United States
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Location : Atlanta, GA (Hybrid Remote). Schedule : Full Time. Employment Sponsorship : No. Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director will involve approximately 25% travel.

Zurich Insurance is currently looking for an Executive Underwriter OR AVP, Underwriting Director for the Contract Surety Division in our Atlanta office.

Compensation includes a base salary with short‑term incentive eligibility and a generous 401(k) match. Proposed salary ranges : Executive Underwriter $88,500 – $144,900 with 15% short‑term bonus; AVP / Underwriting Director $117,000 – $191,700 with 20% bonus.

Responsibilities

  • Production and underwriting of new Surety accounts and existing business.
  • Internal marketing and production within Zurich North America to support 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 and develop existing agency and broker relationships.
  • Working within limits and authorities on assignments of varying degrees of complexity.

Basic Qualifications – Executive Underwriter / Contract Surety

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, or
  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, or
  • Zurich approved Apprenticeship program with an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, or
  • Zurich approved Apprenticeship program with an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in 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.
  • Knowledge of Surety lines of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Basic Qualifications – Underwriting Director / Contract Surety

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, or
  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, or
  • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, or
  • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an associate degree and 12 or more years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, and
  • Experience with Microsoft Office.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • In‑depth knowledge of Contract Surety lines of business.
  • Ability to effectively assess risk.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong broker relationships in the State of GA.
  • Superior skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win‑win negotiation.
  • Possess a high level of customer service by meeting or exceeding broker and / or customer expectations with respect to required deadlines.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national / local filing regulations and guidelines.
  • Why Zurich?

    Zurich values 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 complies with 18 U.S. Code 1033 .

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