We are currently hiring an Domestic Casualty Underwriter to work in our Boston office. Your relationship building and problem-solving expertise will help us drive positive impact with our customers, communities, and each other. You will serve as a customer advocate with a focus on improving the customer experience by understanding their unique risks and offering the best end-to-end solution for their insurance needs.
We are looking for someone with excellent market facing and technical skills that has experience working with brokers in the Boston area. This position will be working with our National Accounts Casualty products managing a renewal book along with being responsible for bringing in new business.
What you can expect in a National Accounts Casualty Underwriting Position at Zurich:
- You will develop and maintain relationships with broker partners and customers across all industries in support of National Accounts Casualty business objectives
- You will leverage your Casualty underwriting acumen across risk assessment, exposure evaluation and pricing to generate and maintain a profitable book of new and renewal business.
- You will work collaboratively across business units including but not limited to; claims, finance, risk engineering, actuary, and technical underwriting while gaining extensive knowledge in a growing and innovative industry.
- You will be empowered to use your market facing, negotiation and interpersonal skills to grow and develop relationships with preferred distribution partners.
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance or Market Facing area
OR - High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
OR - High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, OR Risk Management.
AND - Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment
- Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Expert technical knowledge of Casualty National Account Underwriting
- Established broker relationships (retail brokers) within the NY Metro area.
- Sales execution mindset
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $67,600.00 - $110,700.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]
Why Zurich?
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.
Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Boston
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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