Underwriting Specialist OR Executive Underwriter - Large Contract Surety

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career has room to grow. Zurich’s Large Contract West Region Surety Team is looking for a motivated Contract Surety Underwriter to help us strengthen our portfolio, elevate our client relationships, and make a lasting impact across the 13 Western States.

This is a highly technical position and requires experience with Surety lines of business.

At Zurich, we foster a collaborative, purpose-driven culture with the backing of a global brand. You’ll have the opportunity to:

Lead with impact by managing complex large accountsTravel with purpose, approximately 20% across the regionGrow your network working with top-tier agents and brokersMake decisions that matter with clear accountability and broad authority

This market-facing role will be within the West region and we’re open to talent located anywhere in the following states: Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Washington, Montana, Oregon, California, Nevada and Arizona. You’ll play a critical role in managing and expanding a portfolio of domestic and international large accounts while driving business development and retention.

Underwriting and analyzing new and renewal business for large contract suretyNavigating complex assignments with confidence and autonomyBuilding and maintaining strategic broker and agency relationshipsEnsuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements

This role will be filled at either the Underwriting Specialist or Executive Underwriter level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

Underwriting Specialist Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Banking, Mortgage, Finance, or Market Facing area. OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area ORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Banking, Mortgage, Finance, or Market Facing area. ORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. ANDKnowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelinesKnowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal businessExperience with Microsoft Office

OR

Executive Underwriter Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experience ORHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area ORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experience ORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area ANDKnowledge of Microsoft OfficeExperience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal businessExperience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

College Degree Highly preferredStrong Finance and accounting background neededAdvanced knowledge and practice of Surety BondsEstablished Broker relationshipsAbility to interact with the C-SuiteAbility to investigate and analyze complicated credit assessments, trends, business strategies and organizational character among other aspects of our customersAbility to coherently articulate these strategies and financial concepts formulating fact based conclusions and recommendations.Prior experience managing/growing profitable portfolio of customersNegotiation experience with large, international and national organizationsStrong team building and organizational 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 combined salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $165,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Underwriting Specialist is $75,000.00 - $125,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $100,000.00 - $165,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%.

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 - California Virtual Office, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - Colorado Virtual Office, AM - Oregon Virtual Office, AM - Washington St Virt. Office, AM - Idaho Virtual Office, AM - Nevada Virtual Office, AM - Utah Virtual Office, AM - Montana Virtual Office

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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