Assistant Underwriting Manager, E&S Primary and Excess Casualty

Zurich is currently looking to hire a Primary and Excess Casualty Assistant Underwriting Manager to support our Central E&S Casualty production underwriting team! We are looking for talent to be based out of our Schaumburg or Chicago, IL offices. This leadership role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office on a regular basis to meet with your team.In this role you will manage a team of skilled Primary and Excess Casualty Underwriters. You will be expected to travel as necessary to support the needs of the team and to cultivate relationships with national wholesalers to drive growth with a focus on profitability.?This is a critical role in driving an engaging team culture. This role requires a strong technical, staff development and sales execution mindset. This role requires 25% of Travel.?Zurich E&S is dedicated 100% to a wholesale distribution model and a product and technology strategy designed to make Zurich a market leader in E&S as measured by gross written premium, profitability, and employee satisfaction! This is an exciting time to join E&S Casualty at Zurich!Basic Qualifications:High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaORHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing areaORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaANDExperience with Microsoft OfficePreferred Qualifications:Bachelors DegreeAdvanced knowledge of primary casualty and/or excess casualty lines of businessAbility to lead, manage and build rapport with teamExcellent organizational, written, oral communication and presentation skillsAdvanced knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory guidelinesSome leadership, supervisory or management experienceEstablished Producer relationshipsAdvanced skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and win-win negotiatingStrong presentation skills and a solutions and service orientationCPCUAdvanced knowledge of product lines and insurance industryExcellent skills in relationship buildingStrong presentation skillsResults orientedAs an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code 1033.As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at 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 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.As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vetZurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.Location(s): AM - Schaumburg, AM - ChicagoRemote Working: HybridSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No

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