Cyber and Professional Liability Underwriting Product Specialist - Senior or AVP

Zurich North America is currently searching for a Cyber/E&O Product Specialist, Senior or AVP in New York City. In this dynamic role you will use your expertise in Cyber, Errors & Omissions and Media Liability insurance products to help construct policies, draft manuscript endorsements, and provide coverage guidance to underwriters and create innovative solutions for customers. As a Cyber/Professional Liability Subject Matter Expert, you will collaborate with the Product Officers, Market Basket leaders and other key constituents to create new policy forms and endorsements for our Financial Lines Cyber and E&O products.

The Financial Lines Underwriting Product Specialist - Senior or AVP will be responsible for:
 

• Leading the development, drafting and implementation of new policy forms, coverage enhancements and manuscript endorsements
• Identifying market standard product opportunities based upon review of competitor forms and industry trends
• Collaborate with Underwriters in responding to coverage requests and draft language for specific transactions and portfolio coverage enhancements
• Works closely with distribution partners and/or risk managers to align on policy wording that addresses their unique exposure(s) in the policy
• Supporting underwriting strategy and product development by incorporating lessons learned from competitor forms and approaches to coverage in new products
• Participating in compliance-related queries, including state regulatory exams and state insurance department inquiries
• Collaborate with various functional areas across the organization, including underwriting, claims, actuarial, legal, marketing, and regulatory compliance in creating products.

This role will be filled at either the Senior or AVP Product Specialist level and will report to the Cyber and Professional Liability Segment Leader. 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.

Basic Qualifications-Financial Lines Underwriting Product Specialist - Senior 
 

• JD and 6 or more years of experience of law practice specializing in the insurance area 

OR

Basic Qualifications-Financial Lines Underwriting Product Specialist - AVP 

• JD and 7 or more years of experience of law practice specializing in the insurance area
   

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Product Management experience including policy creation and drafting of manuscript endorsements
• Cyber and Professional Liability product experience
• Compliance and Regulatory expertise relating to product filings and state required policy provisions is a plus
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.  As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles.  For additional information about our Total Rewards, click here. Other rewards may include short term incentive bonuses and merit increases.   Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill, and education. The combined salary range for this position is $102,250.00 - $254,500.00. The starting salary range for the Cyber and Professional Liability Underwriting Product Specialist - Senior position is: $102,250.00 - $167,375.00 and for the Cyber and Professional Liability Underwriting Product Specialist AVP position is: $155,500.00 - $254,500.00.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet 

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. 

Location(s): AM - New York
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
 
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About the Company:
Zurich

Industry:
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Salary : $102,250 - $167,375