Digital and Small Surety Bond Marketing Manager

The Hartford•Naperville, IL

43d•Hybrid

About The Position

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. This newly established leadership role is central to advancing Hartford's Digital and Small Specialty Surety business across the Commercial West territory, which includes the Midwest, South Central, Southwest, and Pacific Northwest regions. You will lead the development, marketing, and management of a high-volume, transactional surety portfolio-driving performance, expanding market presence, and shaping the future of this segment. This role is built for a decisive, results-driven leader who excels in fast-moving environments and is energized by the opportunity to shape and grow a strategically important segment of Hartford's business. With unmatched authority limits, a comprehensive suite of digital underwriting tools, and an industry leading technology platform, you'll be positioned to lead with confidence, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting value across the Commercial West territory. As the lead marketing underwriter, you will be accountable for the region's book of business and will play a pivotal role in building out a team of underwriters over time. This position offers the opportunity to influence strategy, optimize operations, and deliver measurable growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
5 + years of Surety underwriting experience or similar credit oriented/ insurance lines preferred
Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with all internal and external business partners.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
An ability to think analytically about business problems, make recommendations and propose solutions.
High energy self-starter, who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit.
Demonstration of solid time, organizational, and desk management skills
Goal-oriented and delivers outcomes.
Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win.
Superior technical knowledge and sound decision-making and analytical skills
Valid Driver's license as a company car may be provided

Responsibilities

Territory Leadership: Serve as the lead marketing underwriter for the region, responsible for production, servicing, and strategic oversight of the portfolio.
Strategic Planning: Set the digital and small commercial surety business plan for the territory in alignment with the broader Commercial Surety line of business strategy.
Sales Execution: Apply a deep understanding of Hartford's appetite and positioning to drive targeted marketing and sales efforts.
Market Engagement: Initiate and lead marketing activities with agents, brokers, and customers-leveraging both in-person and virtual channels to maximize reach and impact.
Program Management: Oversee recommendations for surety programs, ensuring alignment with underwriting standards and business goals.
Team Development: Build and lead a high-performing underwriting team, while maintaining full accountability for the book's performance.
Technology Enablement: Promote Hartford's digital capabilities-including API and Bond Sales platforms-to streamline transactions and enhance broker experience.
Operational Oversight: Prepare and manage budgets, business plans, and expense controls to ensure efficient and profitable growth.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a liaison between regional and Small Specialty underwriting teams to ensure consistency, alignment, and execution across the organization.

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