Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director ...

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career has room to grow. Zurich’s Large Contract West Region Surety Team is looking for a motivated Contract Surety Underwriter (Executive or Director Level) to help us strengthen our portfolio, elevate our client relationships, and make a lasting impact across the 13 Western States. This is a highly technical position and requires experience with Surety lines of business. At Zurich, we foster a collaborative, purpose-driven culture with the backing of a global brand. You’ll have the opportunity to: Lead with impact by managing complex large accountsTravel with purpose, approximately 20% across the regionGrow your network working with top-tier agents and brokersMake decisions that matter with clear accountability and broad authority This market-facing role is ideally based in San Francisco, but we’re open to talent located anywhere in the West Region. You’ll play a critical role in managing and expanding a portfolio of domestic and international large accounts while driving business development and retention. Underwriting and analyzing new and renewal business for large contract suretyNavigating complex assignments with confidence and autonomyBuilding and maintaining strategic broker and agency relationshipsEnsuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements This role will be filled at either the Executive or Director 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, Large Contract Surety Underwriter High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experienceORHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting or Banking experienceORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaANDKnowledge of Microsoft OfficeExperience working on time restraints for quotes on new and renewal businessExperience working in a team environment OR Director, Large Contract Surety Underwriter High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting, Banking.ORHigh School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting, Market Facing area, Finance, Accounting, Banking.ORZurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 12 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support areaANDExperience with Microsoft OfficePreferred Qualifications: College Degree Highly preferredStrong Finance and accounting background neededAdvanced knowledge and practice of Surety BondsEstablished Broker relationshipsAbility to interact with the C-SuiteAbility to investigate and analyze complicated credit assessments, trends, business strategies and organizational character among other aspects of our customersAbility to coherently articulate these strategies and financial concepts formulating fact based conclusions and recommendations.Prior experience managing/growing profitable portfolio of customersNegotiation experience with large, international and national organizationsStrong team building and organizational skills Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $102,000.00 -$217,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Executive Underwriter is $102,000.00 - $164,100.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 30%. The proposed salary range for the AVP, Underwriter Director is $132,500.00 - $217,000.00, with Global Specialty Incentive Plan bonus eligibility set at 20%.  We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Location(s): AM - San Francisco, AM - Denver, AM - Seattle, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - California Virtual Office, AM - Washington St Virt. OfficeRemote Working: HybridSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No Hiring Manager Name: Clara Do Recruiter Name: Bob NelsonJob Level: 7T Division: SuretyInternal Referral Bonus: $500.00External ​Referral Bonus: $5,000.00

Created: 2026-02-01