Underwriter, Management Liability

What you will do

• Analyze and underwrite new and renewal Management Liability business within delegated authority and underwriting guidelines.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, customers, and internal business partners to support retention and profitable growth.
• Identify, assess, and pursue new business and renewal opportunities aligned with Zurich's underwriting appetite and business objectives.
• Conduct broker and customer meetings, opportunity assessments, and marketplace activities to strengthen Zurich's presence and grow the portfolio.
• Promote Zurich's products and services while identifying cross-sell opportunities across Lines of Business.
• Manage target accounts and prospect pipelines, maintaining accurate and timely account documentation and activity tracking.
• Evaluate exposures, analyze risk, determine pricing, and negotiate coverage, terms, and conditions.
• Provide exceptional service to brokers and customers throughout the underwriting lifecycle, including account servicing and resolution of technical issues.
• Participate in sales, marketing, and broker engagement initiatives to support business development goals.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Provide technical expertise and support projects and process improvements that enhance underwriting effectiveness.
• Monitor portfolio and underwriting processes to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and profitability. Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years of experience in the Insurance or Market Facing area.
• For Management Liability positions, relevant experience in Accounting, Banking, Risk Management, Financial Services, or related fields is highly valued. OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. AND
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and the legal and regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, techniques, national/local filing regulations, and guidelines. Preferred:
• Bachelor's Degree with 1 or more years of experience in the underwriting area.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office skills. At Zurich Canada, we are committed to pay equity. We determine compensation based on objective criteria such as skills, experience, and internal equity. The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $86,000. This range reflects the expected pay for the role across Canada and may vary depending on factors like office location, specific responsibilities, and individual qualifications. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable compensation range, but starting salaries may exceed this range based on a candidate's skills and experience. Our Culture
• At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
• We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.
• We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.
• We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.
• We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.
• We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
• We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.
• We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award. Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.