AVP, Technical Underwriting, Liability - Vancouver - Zurich Canada

    Zurich Canada
    Zurich Canada Vancouver

    2 weeks ago

    Full time
    Description

    AVP, Technical Underwriting, Liability (1 Year Contract)


    Zurich Canada is seeking an AVP, Technical Underwriting, Liability for a 1-year contract.

    The Opportunity


    Are you looking for a collaborative, values‑driven workplace? We want a candidate with experience in technical underwriting within casualty insurance.

    What you will do

    • Operationalize an underwriting business strategy through active engagement with stakeholders and market data.
    • Lead due diligence for liability programs and MGA business and develop training for front‑line underwriters.
    • Implement risk appetite changes based on internal and external data.
    • Contribute to technical standards, controls and practices.
    • Drive implementation of underwriting strategies, propositions, and solutions.
    • Monitor underwriting strategy execution via performance metrics.
    • Operate under Zurich risk policies and operationalize policies into guidance.
    • Lead initiatives on technical underwriting guidelines and best practices.
    • Lead projects, setting direction and engaging teams.
    • Provide expert technical underwriting guidance to Business Unit Leaders.
    • Handle complex queries and referrals within delegated authority.
    • Assist with approval of terms and conditions and line‑wide issues.
    • Provide guidance to lower level associates.
    • Take a leading role in business plans and pricing strategies alignment.
    • Lead portfolio management analysis for profitability and growth.
    • Monitor technical price accuracy and implement solutions.
    • Drive continuous enhancements of pricing tools.
    • Participate in technical underwriting reviews and action plans.
    • Participate in compliance‑related queries.
    • Act as subject matter expert for underwriting technical training content.
    • Ensure implementation of key technical initiatives.
    • Add value by modifying policies and developing cost‑effective proposals.
    • Diagnose and develop recommendations for complex problems.
    • Investigate, recommend, and deliver high‑quality strategic solutions.
    • Plan for medium to long term; develop and implement annual budget.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of liability underwriting experience.
    • High School Diploma or equivalent and 10+ years in casualty underwriting.
    • FCIP preferred.
    • Advanced knowledge of line/s of business and legal/regulatory environment.
    • Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.

    Compensation


    Starting salary range $130,000 - $170,000. Compensation may exceed the range based on skill and experience.

    About Zurich Canada


    Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a global insurer serving customers worldwide.


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