Entry-Level Surety Underwriter - Houston (Summer 2026)
Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions with over 150 years of experience. They are seeking an Entry-Level Surety Underwriter Trainee to join their Underwriting Training Program, where the candidate will learn to assess complex risks and negotiate coverage while developing their skills in underwriting.
Responsibilities
- Develop skills to assess complex risks for large and multinational organizations
- Learn how to negotiate coverage, evaluate exposures, and determine pricing and terms
Skills
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in finance or a business-related degree and on track to graduate by Spring/Summer 2026
- Strong analytical and intercommunication skills
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities often under tight deadlines
- Previous corporate finance or banking internship experience, underwriting experience is a plus!
- Aptitude for automation and process improvement
- Strong organizational and negotiation skills
- Intermediate Microsoft Office experience
Benefits
- Short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
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