Senior Underwriter

Preferred location Dublin, CA

May consider Roseville, CA

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

• 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 Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Experience Qualifications

• 4+ Years workers’ compensation underwriting experience required

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.

The expected salary range for this position is $97,120.17 to $121,400.21. 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Zenith Insurance Company.

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