Senior Commercial Surety Underwriter

Great American Insurance Group•Cincinnati, OH

2d•$125,000 - $175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Great American Insurance Group is seeking a Commercial Surety Underwriter. This role is with a leader in the insurance industry, offering a blend of a "small company" culture with "big company" expertise. The company has a long history in surety bonds, dating back to 1926, and is known for its expert underwriting, financial strength, market leadership, and creative solutions. The ideal candidate will be located in Chicago (Schamburg), Illinois, or Cincinnati, Ohio, but candidates in Charlotte, NC, Philadelphia, PA, Dallas (Richardson), TX, or Los Angeles (Orange), CA will also be considered. This is a hybrid position, requiring three days a week in the office and travel within the assigned territory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
Field of Study: Finance, Accounting or a related discipline
Generally, 5+ years of related experience.
Progression toward certification in area of expertise preferred; appropriate certifications could include Associate in Surety and Fidelity Bonding (AFSB), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU).

Responsibilities

Understand and analyze business reports needed in the underwriting processes, including credit checks, bank agreements, and financial statements.
Responsible for all risk selection/rejection, pricing, retention, growth, and profitability for their branch office.
Assess risk quality in compliance with company guidelines.
Review the underwriting of others and make recommendations for extending surety credit including the terms and conditions.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate effectively.
Be highly organized to handle a variety of responsibilities.
Deliver exceptional customer service.
Make timely, informed decisions.
Operate with integrity and honesty.
Hold self and team accountable for achieving established objectives.
Use independent judgment and initiative to support business goals.
Coach and develop team.