Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level I or II)

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Zurich is currently hiring a Construction Casualty Underwriter (Level I or II) to join the team in Overland Park! While this role requires you to work out of our Overland Park office, you will have 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 and be in the office/market three days per week. This role will be filled at either the Construction Casualty Underwriter I or II. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skillset relative to the qualifications listed for this position. The Construction Casualty Underwriter will be responsible for: Serving as a customer industry advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their risk and offering the best end to end solution for their insurance needs.
Using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment and pricing
Using risk insights, data and models to drive informed decisions at point of sale
Market facing and production within the growing Construction division
Administering and monitoring underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and rating manual rules
Working within broad limits and authorities on highly complex assignments Construction Casualty Underwriter I Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance or Market Facing area or in Banking, Mortgage, Finance, Construction OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment
Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines OR Construction Casualty Underwriter II Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area or in Banking, Mortgage, Finance, Construction 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 mzore years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area or in Banking, Mortgage, Finance, Construction OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND
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 Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
Technical knowledge of Construction Casualty Underwriting
Established broker relationships (retail brokers) within Missouri, Kansas and Iowa
Sales execution mindset
Creative problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Location(s): AM - Overland Park Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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Location:
Overland Park
Job Type:
FullTime