AVP of Underwriting

Position may be filled in any California office - preferred location Dublin or Woodland Hills.

Job Summary

Oversees all underwriting operations of the branch/office and any remotely located individual(s) that reports into that office/branch. Incumbent is a key contributor in marketing the Company and its products and in Agency management.

Essential Functions

• Positions Zenith as the expert in Workers' Compensation.
• Works with Branch Manager to set strategic underwriting direction.
• Hold management meetings to discuss vision and goals.
• Achieves planned results through decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience.
• Creates an environment within the branch offices that supports teamwork, growth and innovation.
• Uses operational audits and yearly compliance audits to gauge performance of branch and individuals.
• Will recommend or make decisions regarding existing or new programs that have a significant impact on operations and carry potential consequences if unsuccessful.
• Schedules and conducts all employee meetings to discuss operational issues and direction.
• Works with management from other disciplines and other offices to solve problems.
• Provides the branch sponsorship when needed.
• Removes obstacles, promotes and supports organizational change.
• Will interview technical job candidates before they are hired to make sure they possess appropriate qualifications and experience.
• Provides feedback to branch management staff.
• Provides on-going performance feedback to direct reports.
• Facilitates staff development and cross-department synergy.
• Works with manager(s)/supervisor(s) on performance improvement plans or personnel issues.
• Conducts annual performance reviews for direct reports and contributes to reviews for downstream staff as needed.
• Supports local training and establishes training protocols for the office.
• Anticipate and recognize problems (including across organizational boundaries) and effectively solve such problems.
• Define, measure and increase productivity and reporting outcomes.
• Motivate and influence others to achieve quality results.
• Act as a role model for ethical behavior.
• Works productively and harmoniously with others on a consistent basis.
• Responds positively to direction and criticism of performance.
• Consistently maintains professional and appropriate demeanor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of training/experience required.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible related work experience required.
• Prior branch-level underwriting management experience preferred.
• Experience working with wholesale brokers highly preferred
• Prior staff supervisory/leadership experience required.

The expected salary range for this position is $151,900 to $190,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Parental Leave
Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Education and Training Reimbursement
Paid Leave: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave
10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For more information, review details on the Benefits page of our Career Site: https://www.thezenith.com/careers/benefits/

Zenith typically posts jobs for a minimum of 8 to 14 calendar days. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. In compliance with California law, we are committed to fair hiring practices. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008), we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Additionally, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance accessing our career center or applying for a position due to your disability, you are entitled to request an accommodation. To make a request, please contact a Human resources representative at Zenith Insurance Company.

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