Underwriting Specialist, Programs

6 months ago

Toronto, Canada Zurich Insurance Full time

The Opportunity- Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.If you have experience in commercial underwriting and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.Zurich Canada is currently looking for an Underwriting Specialist, Programs.- Reporting to the AVP of Programs you will analyze and underwrite new and renewal business, under limited direction, utilizing The Zurich Way of Underwriting Framework within delegated authority levels on highly complex assignments
- ensuring a high level service to customers.This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.This is a hybrid work opportunity.- What you will do- Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
- Qualify Programs/MGA to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
- Work with other functional areas to successfully onboard new Programs/MGA (These functional areas would include working with Actuarial, Finance, Technical UW (wording), Operations, Claims, Legal, Compliance, etc )
- Ability to build business cases as required.
- Have a working understanding of Facultative reinsurance and/or Managing General Agent placements
- Make agent/broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
- Negotiate Terms & Conditions and close deals.
- Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 120 to 180 days prior to effective date.
- Update required systems with details of broker / client visits and account status within specified time frame.
- Serve as key contact for assigned Programs/MGA.
- Develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by Business Unit.
- Calculate Target Price accurately by utilizing underwriting tools appropriately.
- Measure exposure/analyze risk.
- Assist in training and developing staff.
- Provide expertise on coverage issues with claims programs and guidelines.
- Contribute to development of u/w manuals, programs and guidelines.
- Develop and lead marketing presentations to new and current programs/MGA
- Ensure the successful completion of projects by maintaining continuing dialogue with business unit sponsors during implementation of major projects
- Diagnose and develop recommendations to solve unique business unit and customer problems
- Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table- 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 o r 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
- Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
- Experience working in a team environment
- Preferred:
- Bachelors Degree
- 5 years commercial underwriting experience, preferably in Programs
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Microsoft Office experience - Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Multi-line Underwriting Experience - Property, Crime, CGL, Umbrella (Construction & Auto experience and asset)
- Fluency in both spoken and written English is required to facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders outside Quebec.
- About UsA future with Zurich

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 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and 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 people, our customers and the communities we serve.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset.

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