Underwriting Specialist, Auto
2 days ago
Zurich Canada is seeking an Automobile Underwriting Specialist to expand its portfolio in the Ontario commercial insurance market.
This role reports to the Ontario Regional Manager of Automobile and involves managing a portfolio of transportation risks while developing the automobile portfolio further.
Key Responsibilities- Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities, underwriting multiline business within the transportation package policy.
- Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
- Qualify accounts to meet the organization's appetite, balancing sound business opportunities.
- Make agent/broker/customer and on-site calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
- Negotiate Terms & Conditions and close deals.
- Cross-sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
- Participate in Sales Team meetings related to assigned brokers and/or territory.
- Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities.
- Update required systems with details of broker/client visits and account status.
- Serve as key contact for assigned target accounts.
- Develop strong broker and client networks related to industries underwritten by Business Unit.
- Calculate Target Price accurately using underwriting tools.
- Measure exposure/analyze risk.
- Initiate product development ideas.
- Assist in training and developing staff.
- Provide expertise on coverage issues with claims programs and guidelines.
- Contribute to the development of underwriting manuals, programs, and guidelines.
- Approve/place facultative purchases.
- Develop and lead marketing presentations to new and current agents/brokers.
- Promote the organization's products and services to increase penetration within agency plants.
- Ensure the successful completion of projects by maintaining continuing dialogue with business unit sponsors.
- Diagnose and develop recommendations to solve unique business unit and customer problems.
- Lead complex technical or long-term business projects to implement new or changed systems, programs, or products.
- Investigate, recommend, and implement leading-edge technical solutions when they meet customer needs.
Required:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
- OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
- OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
- OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
- AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- AND Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
- AND Experience working in a team environment.
Preferred:
- 5+ years Underwriting Commercial Automobile Risks (auto, cargo, and GL).
- Experience in Loss rated accounts, working with actuarial type risks, captives, heavy commercial US exposure, and updated fleet technology knowledge.
- Bachelors Degree.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Microsoft Office experience.
Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets.
We are a leading insurance provider serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years.
We offer the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in-depth knowledge of industries and local markets.
Our CultureWe are proud of our culture, which values diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging.
We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.
We care about our employees' well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit their specific needs.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year.
We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
We care about our communities and strive to give back through our talent, time, and resources.
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