Senior Underwriter

Introduction

Zenith is a team of Workers' Compensation Specialists committed to helping businesses succeed by protecting against the financial and human consequences of workplace injuries, providing for the needs of injured employees and making the workplace safer. To distinguish ourselves as the desired provider of Workers' Compensation Insurance, values such as collaboration, work-life balance, and integrity are placed at the center of all our operations.

In addition, Zenith supports career advancement through a dedication to ongoing learning and development. An individual coming to Zenith will not only receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, but continuous opportunities to grow as a professional.

Overview

Solicit, underwrite, and price business consistent with the Company's Underwriting Philosophy.

Responsibilities

• The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Manage an assigned book of Agencies including assisting in development and management of agency business plan.
• Operates with increased independence, such as taking a lead role in development of agency business plans.
• Manages book of individual accounts and maintains pricing discipline regardless of market pressures.
• Expected to be regarded as a workers’ compensation expert by assigned agencies.
• Coordinates account activity across departments for assigned book.
• Assists in the development and coaching of support and professional staff.
• May lead training courses for support and professional personnel.
• Perform external marketing activities (Agency calls, Agency meetings, leads Point of Sale meetings, etc) and clearly articulate and sell the Zenith difference.
• Expected to provide general guidance and direction to support personnel and underwriting staff.
• Takes an active role in face to face meetings with agencies and/or clients.
• Work requires independence within assigned Letter of Authority; however it is expected that one will seek guidance on any unusual or complex exposures, problems or issues.
• Work periodically reviewed by supervisor, corporate underwriting, and/or direct “customers” of the process.
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Responds positively to direction and critique of performance.
• Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Education
• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Work Experience
• 4+ years progressively responsible workers’ compensation underwriting experience required.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Full knowledge of workers’ compensation policy and underwriting rules.
• Understanding of Zenith’s underwriting philosophy a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required (including ability to discern when to use telephone, email, or more formal means of communication).
• Demonstrated presentation and negotiation skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to present persuasive verbal or written argument of all constituents (agent, peer, insured).
• Strong math and reading skills required.
• Computer literacy required.
• Valid Driver License in good standing.
• Pay, Benefits, and Other Information

The expected salary range for this position is $112,615.69 - $140,769.62. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Responsibilities

• The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Manage an assigned book of Agencies including assisting in development and management of agency business plan.
• Operates with increased independence, such as taking a lead role in development of agency business plans.
• Manages book of individual accounts and maintains pricing discipline regardless of market pressures.
• Expected to be regarded as a workers’ compensation expert by assigned agencies.
• Coordinates account activity across departments for assigned book.
• Assists in the development and coaching of support and professional staff.
• May lead training courses for support and professional personnel.
• Perform external marketing activities (Agency calls, Agency meetings, leads Point of Sale meetings, etc) and clearly articulate and sell the Zenith difference.
• Expected to provide general guidance and direction to support personnel and underwriting staff.
• Takes an active role in face to face meetings with agencies and/or clients.
• Work requires independence within assigned Letter of Authority; however it is expected that one will seek guidance on any unusual or complex exposures, problems or issues.
• Work periodically reviewed by supervisor, corporate underwriting, and/or direct “customers” of the process.
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Responds positively to direction and critique of performance.
• Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.