Surety Associate Underwriter (Contract Surety)
About The Position
IAT Insurance Group has an opening for a Contract Surety Associate Underwriter in our Anaheim, California location, starting June 1st of 2027. This position is a great entry-level career opportunity and/or a great position for someone with several years of industry experience who wants to continue to learn and grow in the insurance industry. The program consists of Home Office classroom sessions, Field Office training and individual study. This program offers qualified candidates the chance to learn about the insurance business and the opportunity for a successful career in the surety industry. IAT works on a hybrid schedule, working from the office Monday through Wednesday with the option of working remotely Thursday and Friday. Upon completion of the training program the candidate will be prepared to evaluate the financial position of firms by analyzing their financial statements, job schedules and credit reports; analyze a construction firm’s management and organizational capabilities to prosecute single projects and overall work program; assess legal documents including contracts, bond forms, General Agreements of Indemnity and similar documents; develop effective business relationships with agency partnerships; closely interact with Branch Management and Home Office personnel; and perform other duties as necessary.
Requirements
- A four-year college degree or equivalent applicable experience (We will consider May 2027 graduates).
- Equivalent applicable experience is defined as 4 years of applicable insurance industry experience.
- The desire and ability to travel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as demonstrated leadership, professionalism, organization and time management.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by employer, now or in the future.
- Current IAT employees must have been in their role for at least six months and must have satisfactory performance and attendance records to be eligible for the program.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate the financial position of firms by analyzing their financial statements, job schedules and credit reports.
- Analyze a construction firm’s management and organizational capabilities to prosecute single projects and overall work program.
- Assess legal documents including contracts, bond forms, General Agreements of Indemnity and similar documents.
- Develop effective business relationships with agency partnerships.
- Closely interact with Branch Management and Home Office personnel.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Benefits
- 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
- 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
- Hybrid work environment
- Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
- Healthcare and Wellness Programs
- Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
- College Loan Assistance Support Plan
- Educational Assistance Program
- Mentorship Program
- Dress for Your Day Policy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
