Surety Director

EPIC Brokers • Pittsburgh, PA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Surety Director oversees the issuance and management of contract and commercial surety bonds, with responsibility for portfolio profitability and business development. The role evaluates portfolio and account performance, manages surety risk, and develops strategies to support profitable growth. It also oversees department workflow and staff development, sets performance metrics, and builds partnerships with agents, brokers, and construction or corporate clients. The position is hybrid near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; candidates outside the area may be flexible but are expected to visit Pittsburgh two to three days per month.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, risk management, or a related field.
• Five to ten years of progressive surety and portfolio management experience, including leadership history.
• Active Property and Casualty (P&C) license.
• Advanced financial statement and credit analysis skills.
• Expert knowledge of contract and commercial surety markets.
• Strong sales and negotiation abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Associate in Fidelity and Surety Bonding (AFSB) or similar professional credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze portfolio and individual account performance and take appropriate action to drive profitable growth.
• Review and approve complex underwriting decisions and high-authority bond requests in compliance with corporate risk appetite.
• Monitor risk selection, pricing choices, and contract and commercial surety program results.
• Manage department workflow, set performance metrics, and direct staff development.
• Formulate regional or national territory sales plans to achieve top- and bottom-line financial objectives.
• Cultivate partnerships with key agents, brokers, and construction or corporate clients.
• Represent the firm in professional networks and industry associations, such as NASBP or CFMA.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees, 22 days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees, 12 company-observed paid holidays, and four early-close days.
• Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave.
• $1,500 employee referral bonus for each hired referral.
• Employee recognition programs and awards, including trips.
• Employee Resource Groups, including Women’s Coalition and EPIC Veterans Group.
• Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and Leadership Development.
• Pet insurance, identity theft and fraud protection coverage, legal planning, family planning, and menopause and midlife support.
• 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness and employee assistance programs.
• The role may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director