Head of Construction Professional Liabil

Zurich NA • Schaumburg, IL • 2w ago

122920

Zurich North America is looking for a Head of Construction Professional Liability for our Specialties Business Unit. This position reports to the Head of Construction and can be based in one our Zurich Offices with business travel expected.

The Head of Construction Professional Liability is a critical role which requires P&L ownership of the +$150m Construction Professional Liability portfolio.

This position is responsible for developing and executing diverse multidimensional strategies across the portfolio. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring that all key performance metrics (topline and bottom-line) are achieved. Talent attraction, development and retention are also critical responsibilities.

Responsibilities Include:

Leadership and oversight of the Construction Professional Liability underwriting team.

Effectively and efficiently manage the portfolio's P&L, meeting key financial objectives.

Develop and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, distribution partners, and clients and prospects.

Develop and execute underwriting strategies across the portfolio.

Achieve profitable growth.

Meet rate/retention objectives.

Meet defined mix-shift objectives.

Support cross-sell initiatives inside/outside of SBU.

Talent management.

Achieve quality/compliance objectives.

Develop new underwriting processes and improve old ones, to ensure they support our strategic business objectives.

Develop innovative, customer-led solutions.

Promote and support Zurich's sustainability initiatives.

Active and visible field engagement and industry engagement, including representing Zurich at various industry events.

Active collaboration, coordination, and communication with key internal key stakeholders, including, but not limited to: Technical Underwriting, Risk Engineering, Claims and Premium Audit.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 12 or more years of relevant Underwriting or Market Facing or Broker or Carrier or Risk Management experience within the Commercial Insurance industryAND

5 or more years of management experience

Prior Construction Professional Liability experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced knowledge of Construction Professional Liability practices

P&L and Strategic planning experience

Strong managerial, team building, influence management, thought leadership, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills

Ability to manage complex portfolios

Technical knowledge of insurance industry operations and processes

Excellent problem solving and organizational skills

Strong executive presence, the ability to interact with the C-suite and across all levels of the organization

Ability to manage vision and purpose, lead the organization through innovative and creative thinking

CPCU

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits) . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education.

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $216,000-$378,300, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 35%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

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 clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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 - Schaumburg, AM - Atlanta, AM - Boston, AM - Chicago, AM - Dallas, AM - Edina, AM - New York, AM - Philadelphia

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-BK1 #LI_Director

EOE Disability / Veterans

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