AVP, Contract Surety: Underwriting & Growth Leader

Arch Insurance Group Inc.; Arkansas; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (Health, Dental, Vision)

401k with generous matching

Paid time off 20 days per year

12 company holidays per year

Volunteer Time Offer

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Parental Leave (up to 10 weeks)

Student Loan Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Backup Child and Elder Care

Job summary

Arch Insurance Group Inc. is seeking an accomplished Assistant Vice President, Contract Surety in the United States to lead underwriting for a defined territory and drive profitable growth.

You will engage agents, brokers and clients, build market relationships and steer business development to strengthen the portfolio. The role requires extensive Surety experience, strategic acumen and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of experience in the Surety industry, with demonstrated expertise in underwriting and portfolio management.
• AFSB designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze information to evaluate credit quality and risk acceptability.
• Prepare and conduct marketing activities within the territory and manage producers, including premium collection.
• Develop and manage a book of business, meeting profitability objectives and expanding market presence.
• Meet with principal owners to assess management depth and objectives with branch involvement as needed.
• Monitor accounts for Arch standards compliance and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Financial analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelors degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/related field

AFSB designation preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Arch Insurance Group Inc. is seeking an accomplished Assistant Vice President, Contract Surety in the United States to lead underwriting for a defined territory and drive profitable growth.

You will engage agents, brokers and clients, build market relationships and steer business development to strengthen the portfolio. The role requires extensive Surety experience, strategic acumen and strong communication.