Overview In this role, you will manage a portfolio of complex new and renewal business for Zurich Middle Markets in the NYC region, acting as a trusted advisor to brokers and clients. You will apply underwriting expertise, risk assessment, and market knowledge to grow profitability and deliver tailored insurance solutions. You'll leverage data and analytics to support decisions, identify coverage gaps, and drive sustainable growth through strong broker relationships. This is a growth-focused, collaborative opportunity with a global insurer.
Compensation / Benefits- competitive pay
- comprehensive benefits for employees and families
- bonus eligibility (short-term incentive)
- total rewards program
Responsibilities- Underwrite and analyze complex new and renewal business opportunities
- Evaluate exposures and develop pricing strategies using disciplined underwriting methods
- Utilize data analytics and modeling tools to inform decisions at the point of sale
- Identify coverage gaps and align Zurich products to provide comprehensive protection
- Provide risk management guidance to brokers and clients
- Maintain a strong market-facing presence and contribute to production goals
- Adhere to underwriting guidelines, regulations, and company policies
- Develop and strengthen relationships with agency and broker partners to drive growth
- Operate within authority levels while managing highly complex assignments and client needs
Key requirements- Knowledge of the insurance industry and regulatory environment
- Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, and filing guidelines
- Experience in underwriting or market-facing roles (various combinations per level)
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Strong negotiation, decision-making, and relationship-building skills
- strong interpersonal skills
- active listening
- needs analysis
- underwriting
- risk assessment
- pricing strategies
