National Accounts Casualty Underwriting Manager (AVP or VP)

Zurich North America is currently looking for an experienced National Accounts Casualty Underwriting Manager for our Los Angeles Region. This position will be based in our Los Angeles Office. The National Accounts Casualty Underwriting Manager will be responsible for developing and driving the success of our Large Casualty book of business. This is a critical leadership position, and we are looking for a strong market leader that will manage the LA Regions financial plan, growth strategy, cultivate client and broker relationships, retention and managing the overall health of our P&L.

Responsibilities Include:

• Establishing key performance targets and financial budgets to optimize business performance in line with underwriting objectives to meet or exceed the financial plan with a focus on rate and retention for Large Casualty National Accounts in the LA Region

• Managing and mentoring a team of underwriters by acting as a technical resource and shepherding the referral process

• Helping the team manage the new business pipeline

• Managing relationships with key internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for service improvement to ensure commercial viability and customer satisfaction

• Participating in leadership team meetings to provide specialist guidance and enable the implementation of policies, projects and change initiatives to produce profitable results

• Contributing to the business strategy to align underwriting strategy with wider business goals

• Overseeing development plans for underwriters to ensure the capability exists to drive business results

• Recommending and implementing action plans after reviewing broker book of business profit, growth results and trends

• Developing and maintaining relationships with distributors (agents and brokers) in support of business retention and new business and work with customers and distributors (agents and brokers) to determine their insurance-related needs and provide solutions

This role will be filled at either the National Accounts Casualty Underwriting Manager (AVP or VP) level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicants experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

AVP Level Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
  OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
  OR

• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
  AND

• 2 or more years of management experience

OR

VP Level Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing, Broker, Carrier, or Risk Management area within the Commercial Insurance industry
  OR

• Bachelors Degree with 20 or more years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support area within the Commercial Insurance industry
  AND

• Experience in Large Casualty Lines of Business

• 2or more years of people management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge and practice of Large Casualty lines of business

• Advanced knowledge of Loss Sensitive Plans, including SIRs, retros and deductibles

• Strong managerial, team building, collaboration and organizational skills

• Established broker relationships in the region

• Strong relationship, presentation skills, negotiation and leadership skills

• Ability to interact with the C-Suite

• Knowledge in risk selection and assessment, along with the ability to manage complex portfolios

• Technical knowledge of insurance industry operations and processes

• Knowledge of loss trends, triangles and ratemaking

• Bachelor's degree

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The combined salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $280,000.00. The proposed salary range for the AVP is $130,000.00- $215,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%. For the VP is $198,000.00- $280,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 25%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code 1033.

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Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

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Location(s): AM - Los Angeles
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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