Job Description

Senior Surety Underwriter 

Place of work: Warsaw

Senior Underwriter Surety

Shape the future of Surety business in our new Polish branch! If you enjoy making decisions, negotiating with business partners, and want to have a tangible impact on the industrial/large corporate surety segment, this opportunity is for you.

Your Responsibilities

• Independently manage facility and bond underwriting for corporate clients Conduct creditworthiness and risk analyses, prepare quotations, and negotiate terms, bond wordings, indemnities, and other recourse documents in line with local and group standards

• Implement and manage surety contracts for domestic business

• Monitor market trends and emerging risks; adapt strategies to maintain competitiveness

• Collaborate closely with other LOBs, Sales, and Claims on cross-line opportunities

Your Profile

• 7+ years of experience in Surety underwriting, with strong preference for large industrial corporate clients
• Strong financial analysis skills, with the ability to review and interpret financial statements to assess the creditworthiness of Surety clients

• Proven track record in managing profitable underwriting portfolios and strategic initiatives
• Deep understanding of surety market, products, and regulations

• In-depth knowledge of Surety bond wordings and associated documentation
• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualifications preferred

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Proactive, independent, customer-focused, and collaborative mindset

• Fluent in Polish and English (spoken and written); German language skills are an advantage

We offer:

• Private medical care

• Life Insurance

• Hybrid work opportunities

• Flexible working time

• Integration events

• No dress code

• Annual Bonus

• Competitive Salary

• Learning & Development Programs

• Friendly and collaborative working atmosphere

Who we are:

Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading global multi-line insurer founded more than 150 years ago, which has grown into a business serving more than 75 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories, while delivering industry-leading total shareholder returns. We set benchmarks in Commercial Insurance and are committed to delivering high-quality services for our customers every day. At our new Future Branch in Warsaw, we’re looking for colleagues who want to help shape Zurich’s next chapter in Poland. Join us to create a brighter future for insurance - together.

Does this role feel like the right next step in your career? We look forward to receiving your online application (CV; cover letter optional) via the ‘Apply now’ button.

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