AVP, Technical Underwriter, Property

AVP, Technical Underwriter, Property - Middle Markets Join to apply for the AVP, Technical Underwriter, Property - Middle Markets role at Zurich Canada Location: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Overview As a Property Subject Matter Expert, this role provides technical underwriting expertise and guidance to Middle Market underwriters, supporting the achievement of our business strategy. The successful candidate partners with Middle Market leaders and underwriters to implement and monitor strategic and tactical initiatives that drive portfolio growth and achieve business objectives. The role implements and communicates underwriting strategy—including guidelines, appetite, product, pricing and process—employing best practices across all regions. It offers a unique opportunity to build expertise in a supportive environment where your voice matters. This is a hybrid work opportunity. What you will do Provide expert underwriting guidance in support of business strategy, proposition development, and learning initiatives. Ensure adherence to underwriting frameworks, sharing timely updates and key learnings. Oversee the Property portfolio by monitoring performance, identifying insights and opportunities, and driving actions to optimize results. Manage underwriting referrals, demonstrating deep expertise in Property perils. Implement and advance underwriting strategy and guidelines aligned with technical standards, business objectives, and best practices. Continually assess risk appetite and product suitability, making adjustments as needed. Analyze property rates, rating methodologies, and pricing strategies to offer competitive solutions and achieve optimal outcomes. Collaborate with actuarial teams to confirm pricing models and implement enhancements. Develop and deliver technical training in partnership with learning & development teams. Contribute to process, policy, or product development; operate within Zurich’s risk, underwriting, and governance policies, translating them into actionable guidelines. Address technical queries from internal and external customers, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Participate in underwriting reviews to identify trends, opportunities and contribute to action plans. Support compliance activities, including regulatory reviews and related queries. What you bring to the table Bachelor's Degree and minimum 8 years of commercial P&C underwriting experience demonstrating strong technical ability across a breadth of industries. High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Underwriting area. Strong analytical and decision‑making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to lead projects and initiatives. Experience with compliance and regulatory requirements. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Fluency in both spoken and written English is required to facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders outside Quebec. Compensation Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors. The starting salary range for this position is $140,000 - $185,000. Our Culture We are proud of our culture and passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We value collaboration and diverse thought, giving employees the tools to make an impact. We care about employee well‑being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan and competitive total compensation. All employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year. Four personal days per year are offered for personal reasons. We provide continuous training and development opportunities. Our community outreach enhances customer and stakeholder relationships. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s top employers and have received multiple diversity awards. Equal Opportunity Employer Zurich is an equal opportunity employer. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know so we can provide a more accessible experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr