Agri Market Facing Underwriter-Hybrid
We are seeking an experienced Agri Market Facing Underwriter to join our Personal Lines Department at Zurich Insurance Europe AG, Ireland Branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for the account management of our Farm Protection Business through direct customers and broker partners.
The role involves developing and maintaining relationships with our Farm Business Development Managers, Direct Customers & Broker partners to support business retention and acquisition. The underwriter will determine insurance-related needs and provide solutions to meet these needs.
The underwriter will contribute to the development of propositions and apply quality standards to deliver profitable business results. This role requires close collaboration with Sales and Distribution, Product, Claims, Business Lines, and Finance teams to ensure all areas of the business are managed according to the Zurich Way of Underwriting and within delegated authority levels.
This position may be available part-time or full-time, allowing us to attract the best candidates who may require flexible working arrangements.
Your Role
* Build relationships with key customers and distributors, managing strategic agreements and terms of business with Zurich.
* Underwrite and analyze new and renewal business using the Zurich Way of Underwriting framework and within delegated authority levels.
* Measure exposure and analyze risk primarily for business referred by our online quotation tools/products.
* Quote and set coverage for cases not automatically rated/accepted.
* Negotiate terms and conditions.
* Contribute to managing accounts.
* Develop relationships in support of customer/business acquisition and retention.
* Implement agreed technical standards, controls, practices, and procedures to maintain underwriting discipline.
* Contribute to the development of new or enhanced propositions based on technical, customer, and distributor insights.
* Adhere to Central Bank compliance standards of operating.
* Demonstrate high-quality assurance in all elements of the underwriting process.
Internal Relationships
* Engage and interact with Risk Engineering, Claims, Underwriting Technical Centre, Distribution Management, Proposition Development, and other functional areas as necessary.
External Relationships
* Build key relationships with customers, distributors, tied agents, and business partners.
* Participate in the promotion of Zurich at events when appropriate.
Your Skills & Experience
* A minimum of 2 Grade C3/H5 at Higher Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or FETAC Level 6 Diploma.
* Bachelor's degree and/or holds or is working towards relevant professional qualifications i.e. CIP, ACII.
* Minimum 3 Years industry knowledge in Commercial Insurance.
* Underwriting Authority Level Min 1.
* Excellent technical insurance knowledge, including specific knowledge in the Agricultural sector.
* Advanced knowledge of the Insurance Industry is required; specific knowledge of the Agricultural sector would be beneficial.
* Thorough understanding of the relevant systems, sales practices in addition to our products being sold in the market.
* Solid understanding of Underwriting practices, rules, and performance metrics.
* A high level of experience in contributing to and working effectively as part of a successful team.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills supporting an ability to develop and maintain valuable and productive relationships with key customers.
* Excellent planning and organizational skills.
* Strong Problem-solving, decision-making, and judgment skills.
* Strong knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements.
* Supports organizational change and improvement.
* Ability to drive and manage own work.
Key Personal Attributes
* Results-driven with a proven track record of executing and delivering results.
* Excellent communication and relationship skills with a strong history of collaborating effectively with key business partners.
* A strong team player with a flexible, positive attitude towards work.
* Excellent planning and organizational skills that support a high service standard.
* Excellent attention to detail, including a strong ability to multitask.
* Ability to prioritize workload and adapt quickly within a busy environment to ensure effective response to customer needs and expectations.
* Good IT literacy skills and knowledge of frequently used applications.
Additional Information
If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply online' button.
About Zurich
Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. We employ over 1,000 people across our locations in Dublin and Wexford.
Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide forming the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development.
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture.