Operations Services Supervisor - Underwriting

Company: Zurich Insurance
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

Zurich North America has an Operations Services Supervisor opportunity available. This role will support Underwriting within Operations Services and be based out of our North American Headquarters in Schaumburg, IL. This role has the ability to be hybrid with 2-4 days per month in the office with flexibiity based on business need.
Operations Services provides a variety of services that support the underwriting process and various internal and external customers. We are focused on consistent service delivery, as well as incremental and transformational improvements, which result in improved service delivery and efficiency. Our approach is to partner with the business units to understand priorities, challenges, and strategy changes, and to learn how we can best contribute to their success.
In this role you will lead, motivate and develop operations support staff, supporting one or more business units in a processing location and delivering excellent service.

• Promote effective operations through standardization, improvement, simplification, discontinuance, or other methods.
  • Implement new systems and procedures in various departments and instruct personnel regarding them.
  • Implement recommendations on improving workflow/processes of a functional area or accountability.
  • Ensure that the volume of work produced by the unit meets or exceeds the product/service standards and quality standards.
    • Make staffing decisions concerning hiring, training/development, and evaluation of staff performance.
      • Schedule and organize personnel to accommodate workflow. Alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
      • Administer performance evaluations and coach/counsel others.
        Required Qualifications:
        • Bachelors Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Operations or Underwriting areaOR
          
          • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Operations or Underwriting area
            Preferred:
            
            • People management experience
            • Familiarity with production/metrics performance environment
              As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or negative COVID test results when allowable, to a third-party vendor. These are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time.
              
              A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?
              Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 -. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.
              
              As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
              
              Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
              
              Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
              Remote Working: No
              Schedule: Full Time
              
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