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AVP Underwriting Director – Large Contract Surety
Location
Arizona + 8 moreAll locations: Arizona | California | Colorado | Idaho | Montana | Nevada | Oregon | Utah | Washington
Posted
71 days ago
Salary
$100.2K - $217K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
AVP Underwriting Director – Large Contract Surety
Zurich Insurance
• Manage complex large accounts • Travel approximately 20% across the region • Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business for large contract surety • Build and maintain strategic broker and agency relationships • Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in Underwriting or Market Facing, Finance, Accounting, or Banking OR 10+ years of experience in Claims or Underwriting Support OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 3+ years in Underwriting OR 8+ years in Claims or Underwriting Support
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong finance and accounting background
- Ability to investigate and analyze complicated credit assessments
- Experience with establishing broker relationships
- Excellent negotiation skills with large organizations
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
- Bonuses and merit increases
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