Executive Underwriter OR AVP Underwriting Director-Workers Compensation — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- part-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
We are seeking a market-facing Underwriter.
This position can be filled at two different levels, Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director, to build and manage a specialized Workers Compensation portfolio within the franchised auto dealer segment.
This role combines production underwriting with subject matter leadership, partnering closely with sales while driving disciplined risk selection, pricing, and profitable growth.
- We are seeking a market-facing Underwriter.
- This position can be filled at two different levels, Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriting Director, to build and manage a specialized Workers Compensation portfolio within the franchised auto dealer segment.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
- experience underwriting franchised auto dealers.
Key requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
- experience underwriting franchised auto dealers.
- Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience.
- At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area. OR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management. OR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area OR
Application process
- rating tools and methodologies to own work area to deliver to customers and offer suggestions for improvements.
- This role will be filled at either the Executive Underwriter or AVP Underwriter Level.
- 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: Executive Underwriter:
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area OR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Experience working in a team environment OR AVP Underwriter:
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management. OR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area AND Experience with Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree
Company and context
- Provide advisory services to colleagues on a daily basis, measuring exposure and analyzing risk in order to provide appropriate coverage that meets the organization´s risk and compliance processes.
- Research primary data sources, select relevant information, analyze key themes and trends and make recommendations to support operational decision-making such as which coverage to provide.
- Research best practice and provide consultancy to support senior management in developing and improving processes and systems relevant to underwriting.
- Build relationships with customers by handling a range of queries and provide advice with the development of an account to create additional value for the organization and customers.
Additional details
- This position will need to have Strong Workers Compensation expertise. In this role you will be responsible for:
- Apply rating tools and methodologies to own work area to deliver to customers and offer suggestions for improvements.
- 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: Executive Underwriter:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Experience working in a team environment
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Accounting, Banking, or Risk Management.
Notes and original content
- This position will need to have Strong Workers Compensation expertise.
- In this role you will be responsible for:
- 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:
- Executive Underwriter:
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an associate degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business
- Experience working in a team environment
- AVP Underwriter:
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 142'000 - 249'500 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a part-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status. Note: this listing allows remote work — teleworking above 25 % of your time can shift your social-security base to Italy, so confirm the agreed remote share with HR before signing.
How do I apply for this position at Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)'s original listing at careers.zurich.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
