Market Facing Underwriting Trainee - San Francisco/Los Angeles Summer 2025

Zurich Insurance - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - San Francisco, CA

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About the position

The Market Facing Underwriting Trainee position at Zurich Insurance Company is part of a training program designed for individuals pursuing a bachelor's degree, set to graduate by Spring/Summer 2024. This role focuses on developing skills in risk evaluation for large and multinational companies, negotiation, and pricing of insurance coverage. The program aims to foster analytical and interpersonal skills while providing a comprehensive understanding of the underwriting process in the insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Underwriting Training Program to learn about risk evaluation for large and multinational companies.
• Develop negotiation skills to determine prices and terms for various risks.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders to enhance underwriting processes.
• Utilize analytical skills to assess and improve underwriting processes.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree and on track to graduate by Spring/Summer 2024.
• Strong analytical and intercommunication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous corporate internship experience, preferably in underwriting.
• Aptitude for automation and process improvement.
• Strong organizational and negotiation skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents.
• Ongoing career development opportunities.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives.