Underwriting Specialist, Eastern Region — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
NewCHF 91'500 - 128'000
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) · Zürich (ZH)
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- internship
- Posted
- Yesterday
SalaryCHF 91'500 - 128'000
Role overview
The Opportunity
Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders?
Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world?
- The Opportunity
- Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders?
- 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.
- Bilingual in French/English is a must What you bring to the table:
- Bachelor Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Commercial Underwriting or Market Facing area.
Main responsibilities
- 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.
- Fluency in both spoken and written English is required to facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders outside Quebec. 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.
Key requirements
- Bilingual in French/English is a must What you bring to the table:
- Bachelor Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Commercial Underwriting or Market Facing area.
- Experience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business Experience working in a team environment
- French proficiency is a mandatory requirement for this role, English proficiency is an asset. Bachelors Degree
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Commercial Claims or Commercial Underwriting Support area AND Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Application process
- Zurich Canada uses artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including the initial review and screening of applications.
- Artificial intelligence is not the sole basis for candidate shortlisting or selection.
- All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals.
- Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in-person presence, which may include time in the office or market-facing engagements What you will do:
- Proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.
- Complete detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors to identify growth opportunities.
Contacts
- Info: Telephone: 1 (800) 268-9168
- Email: [email protected] A future with 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.
- If you would prefer to not receive future electronic messages from Zurich Insurance Company Ltd's recruitment management system, please email your request to have your job profile deleted from the system by clicking here .
Company and context
- Qualify accounts to meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.
- Make agent/broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
- Negotiate Terms & Conditions and close deals.
- Cross-Sell other lines of business to increase product density with the account.
- Participate in Sales Team meetings as related to assigned brokers and / or territory.
- Proactively engage in the target account process, managing a qualified list of opportunities 90 to 120 days prior to effective date.
- Update required systems with details of broker / client visits and account status within specified time frame.
- Serve as key contact for assigned target accounts.
- Develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by Business Unit.
- Calculate Target Price accurately by utilizing underwriting tools appropriately.
Additional details
- Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in-person presence, which may include time in the office or market-facing engagements
- Contribute to development of u/w manuals, programs and guidelines. Approve/place facultative purchases
- Investigate, recommend and implement leading edge technical solutions when they meet customer needs Bilingual in French/English is a must What you bring to the table:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Commercial Claims or Commercial 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
- French proficiency is a mandatory requirement for this role, English proficiency is an asset.
- 5+ years in Liability Underwriting (Multinational Clients)
- Post-Secondary Education in Risk Management or Insurance Previous Legal knowledge or experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills Microsoft Office experience
- Fluency in both spoken and written English is required to facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders outside Quebec. Telephone: 1 (800) 268-9168
Notes and original content
- What you will do:
- Contribute to development of u/w manuals, programs and guidelines.
- Approve/place facultative purchases
- Investigate, recommend and implement leading edge technical solutions when they meet customer needs
- Bilingual in French/English is a must
- What you bring to the table:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Commercial Claims or Commercial 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
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 91'500 - 128'000 gross per year for this position in Zürich. 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 internship 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 a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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.
