AVP, Technical Underwriter, Property - Middle Markets

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

As a Property Subject Matter Expert, this role will provide technical underwriting expertise and guidance to Middle Market underwriters, to support the achievement of our business strategy. The successful candidate will partner with Middle Market leaders and underwriters to implement and monitor strategic and tactical initiatives to drive the growth of the portfolio to achieve business objectives. The role will implement and communicate underwriting strategy, including guidelines, appetite, product, pricing and process, employing best practices across all regions.

This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Zurich Canada uses artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including the initial review and screening of applications. Artificial intelligence is not the sole basis for candidate shortlisting or selection. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals.

Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in-person presence, which may include time in the office or market-facing engagements.

What you will do:

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 8 years of commercial P&C underwriting experience demonstrating strong technical ability across a breadth of industries.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Underwriting area

AND

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proven ability to lead projects and initiatives

• Experience with compliance and regulatory requirements

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Fluency in both spoken and written English is required to facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders outside Quebec.

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. The salary range provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. Compensation

may exceed the range listed based on the evaluation of skillset and…