Zurich Insurance - Lenexa, KS
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Remote - Lenexa, KS
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
About the position
The Middle Markets Underwriter II at Zurich is responsible for underwriting and analyzing new and renewal middle market property and casualty accounts. This market-facing role involves handling complex business across various segments and requires strong relationship management skills with agencies and brokers in the Midwest. The position demands visibility in the marketplace and adherence to underwriting rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Underwriting, analyzing and generating new and renewal business
- Market facing and production within the 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 in the Midwest working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments
Requirements
- 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 area, OR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, OR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- 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
Nice-to-haves
- Bachelors Degree
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Microsoft Office experience
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits package
- Ongoing career development opportunities
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Competitive compensation
