Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Complex Casualty

Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter – Complex Casualty

Zurich Insurance is currently looking for an experienced Loss Sensitive/Complex Casualty Underwriter to join our Complex Casualty Underwriting team in Chicago. This is a technical, market‑facing role working with our complex/loss sensitive casualty products and offers a great opportunity to join an expanding team.

This position will be based in the Chicago office with the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. 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 on a regular schedule.

• Generate, underwrite and analyze domestic complex and loss sensitive casualty business.
• Perform market‑facing and production activities.
• Comply with underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating manual rules.
• Develop and maintain agency and broker relationships.
• Work within broad limits and authorities on complex assignments.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 1+ year of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 4+ years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, AND
• Knowledge of line/s of business and legal/regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years of experience in underwriting, brokerage, or market‑facing area, OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 10+ years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3+ years of experience in underwriting or market‑facing area, OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8+ years of experience in claims or underwriting support area, AND
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience working in a team environment.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Knowledge of domestic complex casualty/loss sensitive products.
• Ability to assess risk effectively.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Strong broker relationships within the region.
• Superior skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win‑win negotiation.
• High level of customer service, meeting or exceeding broker and/or customer expectations with regard to required deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines.

The combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 – $. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $75,000.00 – $, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $98,500.00 – $, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards.

Why Zurich?
We value your ideas and experience and 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.

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Chicago, IL – Hybrid Remote Working (Full Time)

Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered:
No.

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