Senior Underwriter, Surety
About The Position
Trisura is a young, growth-oriented team committed to exceptional talent, recognized as one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers since 2017. The company offers innovative solutions and expertise through a select network of brokerage firms, operating across North America with offices in Canada and the United States. Founded in 2006, Trisura is uniquely positioned to handle various risks in Contract, Commercial and Developer Surety, Directors' and Officers' Liability, Fidelity, Professional Liability, and Media Liability. This role is for a qualified individual to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team of Surety Underwriters, ideally based in New Jersey.
Requirements
- Demonstrated capability for outstanding customer service and building long-term relationships
- Proven track record for quick, accurate problem resolution
- Exceptional financial statement analysis skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
- Strong work ethic, good organizational skills and the ability to work well, both independently and in a team-based environment
- Strong decision-making skills
- Exceptional working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years’ experience in Surety, Accounting, Finance or Banking
Nice To Haves
- Associate in Surety and Fidelity Bonding (AFSB) Designation is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Underwrite new business applications for Surety according to company standards
- Analyze, assess and monitor the financial strength of new and existing account business
- Negotiate specific terms and conditions for the issuance of surety bonds
- Regular monitoring of various construction developments, projects and exposures
- Develop new business through networking and marketing with clients, consultants, lawyers, etc.
- Represent Trisura at various associations and industry related functions
- Search for solutions to complex problems with the ability to bring creativity to underwriting risks
- Expand upon industry knowledge to improve underwriting decisions through courses and training
- Accurately communicate knowledge of accounts to Branch Manager and Home Office personnel via written and verbal means.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
