Executive Underwriter, Surety

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

3d•$120,000 - $200,000•Remote

About The Position

We’re looking for an experienced Contract Surety Underwriter to help drive profitable growth in their region. In this role, you’ll underwrite new and renewal contract surety accounts, evaluate financial strength and project performance, and ensure sound risk selection and pricing. You’ll build and maintain strong agency relationships, provide exceptional service, and collaborate on strategic business plans. This position also offers opportunities to mentor others, represent the company at industry events, and contribute to the long-term success of our surety portfolio.

Requirements

3+ years of contract surety underwriting experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in the field
Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze data and make an informed, calculated risk decision
Ability to make sound contributions to tactical and strategic planning
Ability to train, coach and mentor individuals of various backgrounds within area of expertise
Respect for confidential information
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time within the assigned territory and to the Home Office as required

Nice To Haves

AFSB designation
Continuing education

Responsibilities

Drive profitability by analyzing risks, setting competitive pricing, and ensuring compliance with state regulations and corporate standards.
Foster strong collaboration within the territory team, keeping peers and management updated on all relevant issues and activities.
In collaboration with Manager, develop and implement the territory business plan and share accountability with team in meeting territory goals
Train territory staff and clients on underwriting appetite and protocols in conjunction with corporate training guidelines
Within Home Office authority grant, acts as the referral point for the territory underwriting staff
Develop and maintain client relationships through territorial travel and meetings with agents and producers.
Actively plan and participate in industry events as required such as but not limited to agency or association conventions
Provide timely communication and support to resolve client and interdepartmental issues.
Provides the pertinent information and guidance to support staff required to process coverage requests in accordance with service guidelines
Collaborates with territory team on reports and update databases as required
Assists in gathering and communicating competitive information
Keeps current with market trends and demands.
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.